Fire Dispatch Lead - 24/7 Emergency Communications

County Emergency Communications; Greensboro (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Retirement programs

Paid leave

Professional development

Job summary

County Emergency Communications in Greensboro is seeking Fire Dispatchers to coordinate fire service responses. You will receive incident information, verify locations, alert units, and maintain radio discipline to support safe, timely operations.

The role requires strong data entry, maps literacy, and calm communication under pressure. Employment may require shift work, including nights, weekends, and overtime depending on incidents.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Familiar with computer systems, maps, and radio communication.
• Fire dispatch certification or EMS 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.

Skills

Radio communication

Data entry

Maps literacy

Computer systems

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Radio equipment

Maps software

Job description

County Emergency Communications in Greensboro is seeking Fire Dispatchers to coordinate fire service responses. You will receive incident information, verify locations, alert units, and maintain radio discipline to support safe, timely operations.

The role requires strong data entry, maps literacy, and calm communication under pressure. Employment may require shift work, including nights, weekends, and overtime depending on incidents.