Fire Communications Dispatcher — Fast-Paced Emergency Response

911 Emergency Communications; Harvey Cedars (NJ); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

911 Emergency Communications in the United States is seeking Fire Dispatchers to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous conditions. You will receive incident information, alert resources, and maintain communication with responding crews.

Dispatchers must handle information accurately, follow established plans, and operate radio systems, maps, and computer screens. The role may require shift work, overtime, and on-call coverage during major incidents.

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 recognized equivalency credential

Job description

911 Emergency Communications in the United States is seeking Fire Dispatchers to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous conditions. You will receive incident information, alert resources, and maintain communication with responding crews.

Dispatchers must handle information accurately, follow established plans, and operate radio systems, maps, and computer screens. The role may require shift work, overtime, and on-call coverage during major incidents.