Emergency Fire Dispatcher — 24/7 Shifts & Overtime

County Emergency Communications; Richmond Hill (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

County Emergency Communications in Richmond Hill, GA is seeking Fire Dispatchers to coordinate responses to fires and emergencies. The role involves receiving incident details, verifying locations, alerting appropriate resources, and maintaining continuous radio communications with responding crews.

Applicants should be organized, proficient with data entry, maps, and radio equipment. Fire dispatch or EMS training may be required for specialized assignments.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or GED is commonly required.
• Training in fire communications or dispatch may be required.
• Experience with data entry and map literacy preferred.

Responsibilities

• Receive and document reports of fires, rescues, alarms and hazards.
• 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.
• Record dispatch times, unit movements, and significant incident updates.

Skills

Attention to detail

Clear radio communication

Multitasking under pressure

Documentation and data entry

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Computer terminals

Maps

Job description

County Emergency Communications in Richmond Hill, GA is seeking Fire Dispatchers to coordinate responses to fires and emergencies. The role involves receiving incident details, verifying locations, alerting appropriate resources, and maintaining continuous radio communications with responding crews.

Applicants should be organized, proficient with data entry, maps, and radio equipment. Fire dispatch or EMS training may be required for specialized assignments.