Fire Dispatch Specialist - 24/7 Incident Coordination

911 Emergency Communications; Clemons (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance

Retirement programs

Paid leave

Employee-support services

Professional development

Job summary

911 Emergency Communications in Clemons, NY is seeking Fire Dispatcher opportunities to coordinate emergency responses for fires, rescues, and hazards. The role requires precise information handling, clear radio communication, and strict adherence to response plans.

Fire dispatch positions may involve overnight shifts, weekends, holidays, overtime, and additional coverage during major incidents. Candidates should have a high school diploma; dispatch certification or related training is

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or recognized equivalency credential is commonly required.
• 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

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Fire dispatch training or certification (preferred)

Job description

911 Emergency Communications in Clemons, NY is seeking Fire Dispatcher opportunities to coordinate emergency responses for fires, rescues, and hazards. The role requires precise information handling, clear radio communication, and strict adherence to response plans.

Fire dispatch positions may involve overnight shifts, weekends, holidays, overtime, and additional coverage during major incidents. Candidates should have a high school diploma; dispatch certification or related training is