Emergency Fire Dispatcher — 24/7 Shifts

Emergency Telecommunicator Services; Townsend (DE); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Townsend, Delaware seeks skilled Fire Dispatchers to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazards. You will manage incident information, alert resources, and maintain clear radio communication.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED and be comfortable with computer systems, maps, and data entry. Training and certifications may be required for certain assignments.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or recognized equivalency credential is commonly required.
• Some employers provide entry-level instruction; others seek experienced dispatchers with fire communications training.

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 Townsend, Delaware seeks skilled Fire Dispatchers to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazards. You will manage incident information, alert resources, and maintain clear radio communication.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED and be comfortable with computer systems, maps, and data entry. Training and certifications may be required for certain assignments.