Fire Dispatch & Communications Specialist

County Emergency Communications; Norton (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

County Emergency Communications in Norton, OH invites Fire Dispatcher opportunities to join a team coordinating responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous conditions. You will receive incident information, alert resources, and maintain clear radio communication to support responding crews.

The role emphasizes organized information handling, accuracy with data, and adherence to established response plans under supervision.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or recognized equivalency credential is commonly required.
• Fire dispatch certification, emergency medical dispatch training, or incident-management coursework may be required for particular 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

County Emergency Communications in Norton, OH invites Fire Dispatcher opportunities to join a team coordinating responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous conditions. You will receive incident information, alert resources, and maintain clear radio communication to support responding crews.

The role emphasizes organized information handling, accuracy with data, and adherence to established response plans under supervision.