Fire Communications Dispatcher — 24/7 Ops & Incident Support

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

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Retirement programs

Paid leave

Employee-support services

Professional development

Job summary

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Rossford, OH is seeking a dedicated dispatcher to handle fire and emergency communications. You will document reports, verify locations, alert stations, and monitor units while coordinating mutual-aid when needed.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalent; some roles may require fire dispatch or EMS training. Strong data entry, map literacy and computer skills are essential for success.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or recognized equivalency credential is commonly required.
• Some employers provide entry-level instruction; others seek fire dispatch training.
• Comfort with computer systems, accurate data entry, maps and radio communication may be required.

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

Data entry

Radio communication

Maps

Computer systems

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Rossford, OH is seeking a dedicated dispatcher to handle fire and emergency communications. You will document reports, verify locations, alert stations, and monitor units while coordinating mutual-aid when needed.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalent; some roles may require fire dispatch or EMS training. Strong data entry, map literacy and computer skills are essential for success.