Fire Communications Dispatcher – 24/7 Incident Coordinator

911 Emergency Communications; Lodi Township (OH); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

911 Emergency Communications in Lodi, Ohio seeks skilled Fire Dispatchers to coordinate emergency responses for fires, rescues, and hazardous situations. You will receive incident details, verify locations, alert responding units, and maintain continuous radio communications with crews.

The role requires careful data entry, familiarity with computer systems, and adherence to established response plans. Certifications in fire dispatch or EMT-related training may be required for specific

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or recognized equivalency credential is commonly required.
• Fire dispatch certification, emergency medical dispatch training, or incident-management coursework may be required for particular 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

High school diploma

Education

High school diploma or GED

Fire dispatch certification or EMT training

Incident-management coursework

Tools

Computer systems

Job description

911 Emergency Communications in Lodi, Ohio seeks skilled Fire Dispatchers to coordinate emergency responses for fires, rescues, and hazardous situations. You will receive incident details, verify locations, alert responding units, and maintain continuous radio communications with crews.

The role requires careful data entry, familiarity with computer systems, and adherence to established response plans. Certifications in fire dispatch or EMT-related training may be required for specific