Fire Dispatch Specialist — 24/7 Emergency Communications

Emergency Telecommunicator Services; Hinesburg (VT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Retirement programs

Paid leave

Job summary

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Hinesburg, VT is seeking diligent Fire Dispatchers to coordinate emergency responses, document incidents, and maintain critical communications with responding crews. This role requires strong organization, precise data entry, and calm radio operation; relevant certifications or EMS dispatch training may be required.

You will work with local fire agencies to ensure timely alerts, resources, and incident updates while meeting background checks and training

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent commonly required.
• Some employers provide entry-level instruction; others seek dispatchers with fire communications training.
• Applicants should be comfortable with computer systems, data entry, maps, and radio communication.
• Fire dispatch certification or emergency medical dispatch 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.
• Process requests for additional resources through established procedures.
• Coordinate mutual-aid communications when assigned.
• Record dispatch times, unit movements, and significant incident updates.

Skills

Organizational skills

Radio communication

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Computer systems

Maps

Data entry

Job description

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Hinesburg, VT is seeking diligent Fire Dispatchers to coordinate emergency responses, document incidents, and maintain critical communications with responding crews. This role requires strong organization, precise data entry, and calm radio operation; relevant certifications or EMS dispatch training may be required.

You will work with local fire agencies to ensure timely alerts, resources, and incident updates while meeting background checks and training