Fire Dispatch Specialist — 24/7 Critical Response

County Emergency Communications; Ewing (KY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

County Emergency Communications in Ewing, KY is seeking Fire Dispatcher opportunities to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and other emergencies. You will receive incident information, alert resources, and maintain continuous radio communication with responding crews.

The role emphasizes organized information handling, adherence to response plans, and working with authorized personnel. Applicants should have a high school diploma and may need dispatch or EMS training, with on-site shifts

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.
• 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

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

County Emergency Communications in Ewing, KY is seeking Fire Dispatcher opportunities to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and other emergencies. You will receive incident information, alert resources, and maintain continuous radio communication with responding crews.

The role emphasizes organized information handling, adherence to response plans, and working with authorized personnel. Applicants should have a high school diploma and may need dispatch or EMS training, with on-site shifts