Fire Communications Dispatcher – Critical Incident Ops

County Emergency Communications; Boyers (PA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

County Emergency Communications in Boyers, PA seeks qualified Fire Dispatcher candidates to coordinate fire service responses. This role requires precise information handling and effective radio communication to support responders in dynamic incidents.

Applicants should be comfortable with computer systems, maps, and radio operations. Some assignments may require fire dispatch or EMS training and ongoing certification.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Fire dispatch certification or EMS dispatch training may be required for some assignments.
• Applicants should be comfortable with computer systems, maps, and radio communication.

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

Clear radio communication

Organized information handling

Accurate data entry

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Maps

Radio equipment

Job description

County Emergency Communications in Boyers, PA seeks qualified Fire Dispatcher candidates to coordinate fire service responses. This role requires precise information handling and effective radio communication to support responders in dynamic incidents.

Applicants should be comfortable with computer systems, maps, and radio operations. Some assignments may require fire dispatch or EMS training and ongoing certification.