Emergency Fire Dispatcher — Fast-Paced Communications

911 Emergency Communications; City of Sherrill (NY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Retirement programs

Paid leave

Job summary

911 Emergency Communications in Sherrill, NY seeks Fire Dispatcher to coordinate fire and rescue responses. Strong radio and data-entry skills, plus map-reading ability, are essential for timely incident handling and interagency communication.

The role requires attention to detail, calm under pressure, and the ability to work rotating shifts in a public-safety environment. Training and certifications may be provided as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required or commonly requested.
• Fire dispatch certification or EMS dispatch training may be required for certain postings.

Responsibilities

• Receive and document reports of fires, rescues, alarms, and hazardous conditions.
• Verify incident locations and access information.
• 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

Map reading

Multitasking

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Computer systems

Job description

911 Emergency Communications in Sherrill, NY seeks Fire Dispatcher to coordinate fire and rescue responses. Strong radio and data-entry skills, plus map-reading ability, are essential for timely incident handling and interagency communication.

The role requires attention to detail, calm under pressure, and the ability to work rotating shifts in a public-safety environment. Training and certifications may be provided as needed.