Fire Dispatch Specialist — 24/7 Emergency Response

Emergency Telecommunicator Services; Zelienople (Butler County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance

Retirement plans

Paid leave

Professional development

Job summary

Emergency Telecommunicator Services seeks a Fire Dispatcher in Zelienople, PA to coordinate fire responses, verify locations, and relay critical information. This role involves radio communication, data entry, and adherence to incident plans.

Dispatchers may work night or day shifts, including weekends and holidays, to cover all hours and major incidents. A high school diploma and familiarization with computer systems are typically required.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or recognized equivalency credential is commonly required. Some employers provide entry-level instruction; others seek experienced dispatchers with fire communications training.
• Applicants should be comfortable with computer systems, accurate data entry, maps, and radio communication. 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

Skills

Radio communication

Data entry

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Emergency Telecommunicator Services seeks a Fire Dispatcher in Zelienople, PA to coordinate fire responses, verify locations, and relay critical information. This role involves radio communication, data entry, and adherence to incident plans.

Dispatchers may work night or day shifts, including weekends and holidays, to cover all hours and major incidents. A high school diploma and familiarization with computer systems are typically required.