Fire Communications Dispatcher – 24/7 Incident Coordination

911 Emergency Communications; Narrows (VA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

911 Emergency Communications in Narrows, VA seeks skilled Fire Dispatchers to coordinate fire service responses, relay critical incident information, and manage radio communications. The role emphasizes precise data entry, adherence to procedures, and ability to work under pressure during emergencies.

Dispatchers may work varied shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays, depending on staffing and incident demand.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or recognized equivalency required.
• Fire dispatch training or certification may be required for certain assignments.
• Experience in fire communications preferred.
• Comfort with computer systems, maps, and radio communication.

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

Radio communication

Data entry

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Dispatch software

Maps

Job description

911 Emergency Communications in Narrows, VA seeks skilled Fire Dispatchers to coordinate fire service responses, relay critical incident information, and manage radio communications. The role emphasizes precise data entry, adherence to procedures, and ability to work under pressure during emergencies.

Dispatchers may work varied shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays, depending on staffing and incident demand.