Fire Communications Specialist — 24/7 Emergency Dispatch

Emergency Telecommunicator Services; Gillett (PA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Gillett, PA seeks a skilled Fire Dispatcher to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous conditions. You will receive incident information, alert resources, and maintain contact with responding crews.

The role requires precise data entry, calm radio communication, and adherence to established plans. Fire dispatch certification or EMS dispatch training may be required for certain assignments.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or recognized equivalency credential is commonly required.
• Some employers provide entry-level instruction; others seek experienced dispatchers with fire communications training.
• Applicants should be comfortable with computer systems, accurate data entry, 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

Information management

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Computer systems

Maps

Radio equipment

Job description

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Gillett, PA seeks a skilled Fire Dispatcher to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous conditions. You will receive incident information, alert resources, and maintain contact with responding crews.

The role requires precise data entry, calm radio communication, and adherence to established plans. Fire dispatch certification or EMS dispatch training may be required for certain assignments.