Fire Dispatch Specialist – 24/7 Emergency Communications

County Emergency Communications; Cheltenham (MD); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

County Emergency Communications in Cheltenham, MD seeks fire dispatchers to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and emergencies. You will receive incident information, alert resources, and maintain radio communications with responding crews.

This role requires organized information handling, clear radio communication, and the ability to follow established plans and directions from authorized personnel. Fire dispatching may include overnight shifts, weekends, and overtime during major

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 Cheltenham, MD seeks fire dispatchers to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and emergencies. You will receive incident information, alert resources, and maintain radio communications with responding crews.

This role requires organized information handling, clear radio communication, and the ability to follow established plans and directions from authorized personnel. Fire dispatching may include overnight shifts, weekends, and overtime during major