Emergency Fire Dispatcher: Critical Communications Pro

County Emergency Communications; Slayden (TN); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Retirement programs

Paid leave

Professional development

Job summary

County Emergency Communications in Slayden, TN is seeking capable Fire Dispatchers to coordinate responses, document reports, and maintain clear radio communications during incidents. The role requires careful information handling and adherence to established plans.

Responsibilities include verifying locations, alerting units, monitoring status, and coordinating resources. Entry requirements cover a high school diploma or equivalent, with dispatch training or certification advantageous for

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; dispatch training preferred.
• Fire dispatch certification or incident management coursework may be required for specific 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

Skills

Radio communication

Data entry accuracy

Organization skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Fire dispatch certification or training

Tools

Computer systems proficiency

Job description

County Emergency Communications in Slayden, TN is seeking capable Fire Dispatchers to coordinate responses, document reports, and maintain clear radio communications during incidents. The role requires careful information handling and adherence to established plans.

Responsibilities include verifying locations, alerting units, monitoring status, and coordinating resources. Entry requirements cover a high school diploma or equivalent, with dispatch training or certification advantageous for