Fire Dispatch Specialist — 24/7 Emergency Communications

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

Job summary

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Ellenville, NY seeks a Fire Dispatcher to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous conditions. You will receive incident details, verify locations, and alert units using approved assignments, while maintaining clear radio communication and incident records.

The role requires accuracy with maps and computer systems, plus the ability to work flexible shifts, including overnights, weekends, and holidays as needed by major incidents.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience with computer systems and data entry.
• Ability to work with maps and radio communications.
• Fire dispatch certification or related coursework may be required for some assignments.

Responsibilities

• Receive and document reports of fires, rescues, alarms, and hazardous conditions
• Verify incident locations and reported risks
• Alert stations and dispatch apparatus using approved assignments
• Monitor radio channels and incident status
• Record dispatch times and unit movements
• Coordinate mutual-aid communications when assigned

Skills

Radio communication

Data entry

Maps interpretation

Attention to detail

Computer systems

Education

High school diploma or GED

Fire dispatch training

Tools

Radio consoles

Job description

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Ellenville, NY seeks a Fire Dispatcher to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous conditions. You will receive incident details, verify locations, and alert units using approved assignments, while maintaining clear radio communication and incident records.

The role requires accuracy with maps and computer systems, plus the ability to work flexible shifts, including overnights, weekends, and holidays as needed by major incidents.