Fire Communications Dispatcher — 24/7 Shifts & Overtime

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

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Retirement programs

Paid leave

Employee-support services

Professional development

Job summary

911 Emergency Communications in Irwin, OH seeks a Fire Dispatcher to support coordinated emergency responses. The role requires documenting incidents, verifying locations, alerting units, and maintaining clear radio communications during fires and hazards.

Dispatchers may work various shifts, including overnight, weekends, holidays, and overtime to cover major incidents. Strong data entry and radio skills are essential for this position.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or recognized equivalency credential is commonly required.
• Some employers provide entry-level instruction; others seek experienced dispatchers with fire communications training.

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.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Fire dispatch training or related coursework

Job description

911 Emergency Communications in Irwin, OH seeks a Fire Dispatcher to support coordinated emergency responses. The role requires documenting incidents, verifying locations, alerting units, and maintaining clear radio communications during fires and hazards.

Dispatchers may work various shifts, including overnight, weekends, holidays, and overtime to cover major incidents. Strong data entry and radio skills are essential for this position.