Fire Communications Dispatcher — 24/7 Emergency Support

Emergency Telecommunicator Services; New Jersey; On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in New Jersey seeks fire dispatchers to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, hazardous conditions, and other emergencies handled by fire services from Little Egg Harbor Twp. Dispatchers receive incident information, alert appropriate resources, and maintain communication with responding crews.

This role requires organized information handling and clear radio communication, while keeping incident details current and following established response plans and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED commonly required.
• Fire dispatch certification may be required for certain assignments.
• Comfort with computer systems, maps, and radio communications.

Responsibilities

• Receive and document reports of fires, rescues, and hazards
• Verify incident locations and risks
• Alert stations and dispatch apparatus using approved 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

Skills

Clear radio communication

Organized information handling

Computer systems

Accurate data entry

Maps

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in New Jersey seeks fire dispatchers to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, hazardous conditions, and other emergencies handled by fire services from Little Egg Harbor Twp. Dispatchers receive incident information, alert appropriate resources, and maintain communication with responding crews.

This role requires organized information handling and clear radio communication, while keeping incident details current and following established response plans and