Fire Communications Dispatcher — 24/7 Emergency Response

County Emergency Communications; Fairhaven (MA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Retirement programs

Paid leave

Professional development

Job summary

County Emergency Communications in Fairhaven, MA seeks a dedicated Fire Dispatcher to coordinate emergency responses and maintain clear radio communications. You will document incidents, verify locations, and alert stations per approved plans while supporting units in dynamic environments.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED; fire dispatch or EMS training may be required for certain assignments.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; some employers provide entry-level instruction.
• Fire dispatch certification or emergency medical dispatch training may be required for some assignments.

Responsibilities

• Receive and document reports of fires, rescues, alarms, and hazards.
• 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

Clear radio communication

Organized information handling

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Computer systems

Maps

Radio communication

Job description

County Emergency Communications in Fairhaven, MA seeks a dedicated Fire Dispatcher to coordinate emergency responses and maintain clear radio communications. You will document incidents, verify locations, and alert stations per approved plans while supporting units in dynamic environments.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED; fire dispatch or EMS training may be required for certain assignments.