Fire Communications Dispatcher - 24/7 Incident Response

Emergency Telecommunicator Services; Ivor (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Virginia seeks a dispatcher to receive and document reports of fires, rescues, and hazards. You will verify locations, alert stations, monitor radios, and coordinate resources to ensure rapid, accurate incident response.

The ideal candidate will handle evolving conditions, maintain situational awareness, and support mutual aid while entering data and mapping information accurately. Training is provided; readiness for shifts and overtime is expected.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; on-the-job training may be provided.
• Comfort with computer systems, maps, and radio communications essential.
• Dispatch certifications or EMS/disaptch coursework may be preferred.

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 dispatch

Data entry

Computer literacy

Maps reading

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Computer systems

Mapping software

Radio equipment

Job description

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Virginia seeks a dispatcher to receive and document reports of fires, rescues, and hazards. You will verify locations, alert stations, monitor radios, and coordinate resources to ensure rapid, accurate incident response.

The ideal candidate will handle evolving conditions, maintain situational awareness, and support mutual aid while entering data and mapping information accurately. Training is provided; readiness for shifts and overtime is expected.