Fire Communications Dispatcher — 24/7 Incident Response

Emergency Telecommunicator Services; Gratiot (OH); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Retirement programs

Paid leave

Professional development

Job summary

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Gratiot, OH, is seeking a dedicated dispatcher to handle emergency communications and dispatch operations. The role involves documenting incidents, verifying locations, coordinating with stations, and maintaining clear radio and data records for ongoing incidents.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED. Training in fire dispatch and EMS may be required for certain assignments, and familiarity with computer systems, maps, and radio comms is

Qualifications

• Experience in emergency communications and dispatch is a plus.
• Comfort with computer systems, maps, data entry, and radio communication.
• Fire dispatch certification or related training may be required for some assignments.

Responsibilities

• Receive and document reports of fires, rescues, alarms, and hazards.
• Verify incident locations, access information, and risks.
• Alert stations and dispatch apparatus using approved assignments.
• Monitor radio channels, unit status, and incident updates.
• 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 and unit movements during incidents.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Gratiot, OH, is seeking a dedicated dispatcher to handle emergency communications and dispatch operations. The role involves documenting incidents, verifying locations, coordinating with stations, and maintaining clear radio and data records for ongoing incidents.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED. Training in fire dispatch and EMS may be required for certain assignments, and familiarity with computer systems, maps, and radio comms is