Fire Communications Dispatcher — 24/7 Emergency Ops

911 Emergency Communications; South Lyon (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

911 Emergency Communications in South Lyon, MI is looking for skilled Fire Dispatchers to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous conditions. You will receive incident information, alert appropriate resources, and maintain continuous communication with responding crews.

The role requires precise data entry, strong radio communication, and adherence to established response plans. Common shifts include overnight and weekend coverage to ensure 24/7 readiness for emergencies.

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

Job description

911 Emergency Communications in South Lyon, MI is looking for skilled Fire Dispatchers to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous conditions. You will receive incident information, alert appropriate resources, and maintain continuous communication with responding crews.

The role requires precise data entry, strong radio communication, and adherence to established response plans. Common shifts include overnight and weekend coverage to ensure 24/7 readiness for emergencies.