Fire Dispatch Specialist: 24/7 Emergency Coordination

Emergency Telecommunicator Services; Omena (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Retirement programs

Paid leave

Professional development

Job summary

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Omena, MI is seeking Fire Dispatcher to coordinate incident information, alert resources, and maintain critical communication during emergencies. You will document reports, verify locations, monitor channels, and coordinate mutual aid.

This role requires strong data entry, map skills, and the ability to work odd hours, weekends, and holidays. Applicants typically hold a high school diploma and may need fire dispatch training; background checks and

Qualifications

• Requires organized information handling and clear radio communication.
• Knowledge of maps and data entry accuracy.
• Certification in fire dispatch or related coursework may be required for certain 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 response assignments.
• Monitor radio channels, unit availability, and incident status.
• Coordinate mutual-aid communications when assigned.
• Record dispatch times, unit movements, and significant incident updates.

Skills

Organized information handling

Clear radio communication

Attention to detail

Adaptability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Fire dispatch training or related coursework

Tools

Computer systems

Maps

Radio equipment

Job description

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Omena, MI is seeking Fire Dispatcher to coordinate incident information, alert resources, and maintain critical communication during emergencies. You will document reports, verify locations, monitor channels, and coordinate mutual aid.

This role requires strong data entry, map skills, and the ability to work odd hours, weekends, and holidays. Applicants typically hold a high school diploma and may need fire dispatch training; background checks and