Fire Communications Dispatcher – Save Lives & Coordinate Incidents

911 Emergency Communications; Auburntown (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

911 Emergency Communications in Auburntown, TN seeks Fire Dispatcher candidates to coordinate fire service responses, document incidents, and relay critical information over radio networks. The role requires attention to detail, calm under pressure, and precise data handling for ongoing incidents.

Responsibilities include verifying locations, alerting stations, monitoring channels, and recording dispatch times.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or recognized equivalency credential is commonly required.
• Fire dispatch certification or emergency medical dispatch training may be required for certain assignments.

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

Job description

911 Emergency Communications in Auburntown, TN seeks Fire Dispatcher candidates to coordinate fire service responses, document incidents, and relay critical information over radio networks. The role requires attention to detail, calm under pressure, and precise data handling for ongoing incidents.

Responsibilities include verifying locations, alerting stations, monitoring channels, and recording dispatch times.