Fire Communications Dispatcher — 24/7 Emergency Ops & Training

911 Emergency Communications; Yeaddiss (KY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Retirement programs

Paid leave

Job summary

911 Emergency Communications is seeking experienced fire dispatchers for Yeaddiss, Kentucky. Dispatchers will receive incident reports, verify locations, and coordinate units while maintaining clear radio communications and following established response plans.

This role requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to multitask in high-pressure environments. Training in fire dispatch and EMS dispatch may be required, and flexibility for all-hours staffing is

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED commonly required, with some agencies seeking prior fire communications training.
• Comfort with computer systems, accurate data entry, maps, and radio communication.
• Fire dispatch certification or EMS dispatch training may be required for certain assignments.

Responsibilities

• Receive and document reports of fires, rescues, alarms, and hazards.
• Verify incident locations and access information.
• Alert stations and dispatch units using approved assignments.
• Monitor radio channels, unit availability, and incident status.
• Coordinate mutual-aid communications when assigned.

Skills

Organizational skills

Clear radio communication

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

CAD / Public safety dispatch software

Radio communication systems

Maps and data entry

Job description

911 Emergency Communications is seeking experienced fire dispatchers for Yeaddiss, Kentucky. Dispatchers will receive incident reports, verify locations, and coordinate units while maintaining clear radio communications and following established response plans.

This role requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to multitask in high-pressure environments. Training in fire dispatch and EMS dispatch may be required, and flexibility for all-hours staffing is