Fire Dispatch Specialist — Emergency Communications Pro

County Emergency Communications; Oscoda Township (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Retirement programs

Paid leave

Professional development

Job summary

County Emergency Communications in Oscoda, MI is seeking a skilled dispatcher to receive and document emergency reports, verify locations, alert units, and coordinate responses. The role requires comfort with computers, maps, and radio systems, plus relevant dispatch training.

Dispatchers monitor multiple radio channels, manage unit availability, and relay critical information to responders, maintaining accuracy under pressure. Indoor desk work and shift readiness are essential for this position.

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.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

County Emergency Communications in Oscoda, MI is seeking a skilled dispatcher to receive and document emergency reports, verify locations, alert units, and coordinate responses. The role requires comfort with computers, maps, and radio systems, plus relevant dispatch training.

Dispatchers monitor multiple radio channels, manage unit availability, and relay critical information to responders, maintaining accuracy under pressure. Indoor desk work and shift readiness are essential for this position.