Fire Dispatcher

County Emergency Communications; Elm City (NC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Retirement programs

Paid leave

Professional development

Job summary

County Emergency Communications in Elm City, NC seeks fire dispatchers to coordinate emergency responses, document incidents, and maintain clear radio communication. The role emphasizes accurate data handling, adherence to response plans, and steady shifts including nights and weekends.

Ideal candidates have a high school credential, comfort with computer systems and maps, and dispatch training. Salary is paid yearly with benefits, and assignments may require overtime during major incidents.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; dispatch training may be required.
• Comfort with computer systems, data entry, maps and radio comms.
• Fire dispatch certification or EMS dispatch training preferred for some roles.

Responsibilities

• Receive and document reports of fires, rescues, alarms, and hazards.
• 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

Clear radio communication

Attention to detail

Computer literacy

Data entry

Education

High school diploma or GED

Fire dispatch training (preferred)

Tools

Radio systems

Dispatch software

Maps/GPS

Job description

Fire Dispatcher Opportunities in Elm City

Fire Dispatchers help coordinate responses to fires, rescue incidents, hazardous conditions, and other emergencies handled by fire services. They receive incident information, alert appropriate resources, and maintain communication with responding crews.

This role requires organized information handling and clear radio communication. Dispatchers must keep incident details current while following established response plans and directions from authorized personnel.

Position Details

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• Employer: The hiring fire service or communications agency identified in the official vacancy


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Fire communications operations may require staffing at all hours. Work schedules can include overnight assignments, weekends, holidays, overtime, and additional coverage during major incidents.

What You May Do

• 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

Experience and Education Requirements

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.

General Conditions of Employment

• Meet the hiring agency’s eligibility and minimum age requirements


• Complete required background screening and employment assessments


• Pass additional pre‑employment evaluations when specified


• Complete required fire dispatch training and supervised instructionMaintain certifications and continuing education required for the assignment


• Remain available for assigned shifts and emergency staffing requirements

Work Environment and Physical Requirements

Fire Dispatchers usually work indoors at communications workstations with continuous headset, keyboard, and screen use. Major incidents may involve heavy radio traffic and prolonged concentration. The employer determines essential functions and applicable accommodation procedures.

Benefits

Eligible employees may have access to insurance coverage, retirement programs, paid leave, employee‑support services, and professional development. Overtime, shift premiums, and other benefits depend on the hiring agency and position classification.