Emergency Fire Dispatcher — 24/7 Shifts

Emergency Telecommunicator Services; Melrose (OH); On-site; USD 40,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Retirement programs

Paid leave

Professional development

Employee-support services

Job summary

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Melrose, OH seeks a dedicated Fire Dispatcher to coordinate responses, verify locations, alert units, and monitor status across radio channels.

Applicants should be comfortable with computers, data entry, maps, and radio communication; entry-level to experienced candidates may apply. Training and certification requirements vary by agency, and shifts can include nights, weekends, and overtime.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or recognized equivalency credential is commonly required.
• Fire dispatch certification, emergency medical dispatch training, or incident-management coursework may be required for particular assignments.

Responsibilities

• Receive and document reports of fires, rescues, alarms, and hazardous conditions
• Verify incident locations, access information, and reported risks
• Alert stations and dispatch apparatus using approved response assignments
• Monitor radio channels, unit availability, and incident status
• Relay information about occupants, hazards, and changing conditions
• Process requests for additional resources through established procedures
• Coordinate mutual-aid communications when assigned
• Record dispatch times, unit movements, and significant incident updates

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Melrose, OH seeks a dedicated Fire Dispatcher to coordinate responses, verify locations, alert units, and monitor status across radio channels.

Applicants should be comfortable with computers, data entry, maps, and radio communication; entry-level to experienced candidates may apply. Training and certification requirements vary by agency, and shifts can include nights, weekends, and overtime.