Fire Communications Dispatcher - 24/7 Emergency Ops

County Emergency Communications; Union (KY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Retirement programs

Paid leave

Job summary

County Emergency Communications seeks Fire Dispatchers to coordinate responses to fires, rescue incidents, hazardous conditions, and other emergencies handled by fire services. The role requires organized information handling and precise radio communication to keep incident details current and aligned with established response plans.

Dispatchers may work varied shifts, including overnight, weekends, and holidays, and must follow instructions from authorized personnel.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; some employers provide entry-level instruction.
• Familiarity with computer systems, accurate data entry and map information is important.
• Fire dispatch training or related certifications may be required for specialized 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.

Skills

Computer systems

Data entry

Maps

Radio communications

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Dispatch software

Radio equipment

Job description

County Emergency Communications seeks Fire Dispatchers to coordinate responses to fires, rescue incidents, hazardous conditions, and other emergencies handled by fire services. The role requires organized information handling and precise radio communication to keep incident details current and aligned with established response plans.

Dispatchers may work varied shifts, including overnight, weekends, and holidays, and must follow instructions from authorized personnel.