Fire Dispatch Operator — 24/7 Emergency Communications

Emergency Telecommunicator Services; Wanakena (NY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Wanakena, NY is seeking a Fire Dispatcher to manage communications for fires, rescues, and hazardous conditions. The role requires precise data entry, map verification, radio discipline, and adherence to incident response plans.

Responsibilities include documenting reports, alerting units, monitoring channels, and coordinating resources. A high school diploma or GED and relevant dispatch training are typically required.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or GED is commonly required.
• Fire dispatch certification or EMT dispatch training may be required for particular assignments.
• 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

Radio communication

Data entry

Map interpretation

Documentation

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

Fire dispatch certification

Emergency medical dispatch training

Incident-management coursework

Tools

Computer systems

Dispatch software

Job description

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Wanakena, NY is seeking a Fire Dispatcher to manage communications for fires, rescues, and hazardous conditions. The role requires precise data entry, map verification, radio discipline, and adherence to incident response plans.

Responsibilities include documenting reports, alerting units, monitoring channels, and coordinating resources. A high school diploma or GED and relevant dispatch training are typically required.