Fire Communications Dispatcher — 24/7 Critical Support

Emergency Telecommunicator Services; Homosassa Springs (FL); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Paid leave

Professional development

Job summary

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Homosassa Springs, FL seeks a Fire Dispatcher to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and other emergencies. You will receive incident details, alert resources, and maintain communications with responding crews from a fixed disaster-response center.

The role emphasizes organized information handling, clear radio communication, and adherence to established response plans under supervision.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Fire dispatch training or EMS dispatch experience may be required for some roles.
• Comfort with computers, maps, and radio communications.

Responsibilities

• Receive and document reports of fires, rescues, alarms, and hazards.
• Verify incident locations and report risks accurately.
• Alert stations and dispatch units using approved assignments.
• Monitor radio channels and unit status during incidents.
• Relay occupant, hazard, and changing-conditions information.
• Coordinate resources and mutual aid per procedures.
• Record dispatch times and unit movements for audits.

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Radio systems

CAD software

Job description

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Homosassa Springs, FL seeks a Fire Dispatcher to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and other emergencies. You will receive incident details, alert resources, and maintain communications with responding crews from a fixed disaster-response center.

The role emphasizes organized information handling, clear radio communication, and adherence to established response plans under supervision.