Fire Communications Dispatcher 24/7 Emergency Ops

Emergency Telecommunicator Services; Maxie (VA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Maxie, VA seeks fire dispatchers to coordinate responses to fires and emergencies. You will receive incident information, alert resources, and maintain radio contact with responding crews while following established response plans.

The role requires organized information handling, clear radio communication, and adherence to pre-defined protocols; some positions may require fire dispatch or EMS training and certification.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or GED commonly required.
• Fire dispatch certification or EMS dispatch training may be required for some roles.
• Experience with maps and radio communications is valued.

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

Maps

Dispatch software

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Dispatch software

EMS dispatch training

Job description

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Maxie, VA seeks fire dispatchers to coordinate responses to fires and emergencies. You will receive incident information, alert resources, and maintain radio contact with responding crews while following established response plans.

The role requires organized information handling, clear radio communication, and adherence to pre-defined protocols; some positions may require fire dispatch or EMS training and certification.