Fire Communications Dispatcher - 24/7 Emergency Ops

Emergency Telecommunicator Services; Posen (MI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Retirement programs

Job summary

Fire dispatchers coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and other emergencies from a central communications center in Posen, Michigan. The role emphasizes accurate data handling, clear radio communication, and adherence to response plans.

Applicants should have a high school diploma; some employers require fire dispatch certification or EMS dispatch training. The job involves shift work, including nights, weekends, and holidays, to cover critical incident periods.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or recognized equivalency credential is commonly required.
• Fire dispatch certification, emergency medical dispatch training, or incident-management coursework may be required for particular 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.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Fire dispatchers coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and other emergencies from a central communications center in Posen, Michigan. The role emphasizes accurate data handling, clear radio communication, and adherence to response plans.

Applicants should have a high school diploma; some employers require fire dispatch certification or EMS dispatch training. The job involves shift work, including nights, weekends, and holidays, to cover critical incident periods.