Fire Communications Dispatcher — 24/7 Emergency Ops

911 Emergency Communications; Hanover Township (Luzerne County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

911 Emergency Communications in Luzerne, PA seeks Fire Dispatcher to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous conditions. You will receive incident information, alert resources, and maintain radio contact with responding crews.

Ideal candidates are organized, detail-oriented, and proficient with computer systems, maps, and radio communications. Training and certifications may be required for specific assignments, with shifts that can include overnights, weekends, and holidays.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or GED is commonly required.
• Fire dispatch certification or related training may be required for particular assignments.

Responsibilities

• Receive and document reports of fires, rescues, and hazards.
• Verify incident locations and access information.
• Alert stations and dispatch apparatus using approved assignments.
• Monitor radio channels and unit status in real time.
• Relay critical information about occupants and changing conditions.
• Coordinate mutual-aid communications when needed.
• Record dispatch times and significant incident updates.

Skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Computer literacy

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Computer systems

Maps

Radio communications

Job description

911 Emergency Communications in Luzerne, PA seeks Fire Dispatcher to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous conditions. You will receive incident information, alert resources, and maintain radio contact with responding crews.

Ideal candidates are organized, detail-oriented, and proficient with computer systems, maps, and radio communications. Training and certifications may be required for specific assignments, with shifts that can include overnights, weekends, and holidays.