Fire Dispatch Specialist: Real-Time Incident Coordination

Emergency Telecommunicator Services; Deltona (FL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Deltona, FL seeks Fire Dispatcher opportunities to coordinate emergency responses for fires, rescues, and hazards. You will receive incident information, verify locations, and dispatch resources while maintaining clear communication with responding crews.

The role requires organized information handling, accurate data entry, and routine use of radio systems under potentially high-stress conditions.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; some agencies value dispatch training or related coursework.
• Able to type accurately and enter incident details quickly.
• Proficiency with computer systems and radio equipment used in dispatch.
• Must be able to verify locations and communicate clearly under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Receive and document reports of fires, rescues, alarms, and hazards.
• Verify incident locations, access information, and risks.
• Alert stations and dispatch apparatus using approved assignments.
• Monitor radio channels, unit availability, and incident status.
• Relay information about occupants, hazards, and changing conditions.
• Coordinate mutual-aid communications when assigned.
• Record dispatch times, unit movements, and updates.

Skills

Radio communication

Data entry accuracy

Computer literacy

Multi-tasking

Organizational skills

Maps / location verification

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Computer systems

Job description

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Deltona, FL seeks Fire Dispatcher opportunities to coordinate emergency responses for fires, rescues, and hazards. You will receive incident information, verify locations, and dispatch resources while maintaining clear communication with responding crews.

The role requires organized information handling, accurate data entry, and routine use of radio systems under potentially high-stress conditions.