Fire Dispatch Specialist

Emergency Telecommunicator Services; Tobyhanna Township (PA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Tobyhanna, PA is seeking a Fire Dispatcher to coordinate emergency responses and maintain critical incident communications. You will receive incident reports, verify locations, alert resources, and monitor ongoing operations from a centralized dispatch desk.

The role emphasizes clear radio communication, precise data entry, and adherence to established response plans. Training may be provided, and some assignments require extended or overnight shifts in a

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; some employers provide entry-level instruction.
• 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

Skills

Radio communication

Information management

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Computer systems

Maps

Job description

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Tobyhanna, PA is seeking a Fire Dispatcher to coordinate emergency responses and maintain critical incident communications. You will receive incident reports, verify locations, alert resources, and monitor ongoing operations from a centralized dispatch desk.

The role emphasizes clear radio communication, precise data entry, and adherence to established response plans. Training may be provided, and some assignments require extended or overnight shifts in a