Fire Dispatcher — 24/7 Critical Communications Pro

Emergency Telecommunicator Services; Indian Valley (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Retirement programs

Paid leave

Professional development

Job summary

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Indian Valley, VA, seeks Fire Dispatchers to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous conditions. Responsibilities include documenting incidents, verifying locations, and dispatching units with clear radio communication.

The role requires strong information handling, data entry accuracy, and the ability to operate computer systems. Training and certification may be required for specialized assignments, with shifts including nights, weekends,

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED commonly required.
• Fire dispatch training or related coursework may be required for certain assignments.
• Applicants should be comfortable with computer systems and data entry.

Responsibilities

• Receive and document reports of fires, rescues, alarms, and hazards.
• Verify incident locations and reported risks.
• Alert stations and dispatch apparatus using approved assignments.
• Monitor radio channels and unit availability.
• Record dispatch times and incident updates.

Skills

Radio communication

Information handling

Data entry accuracy

Clear communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Dispatch software

Radio equipment

Job description

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Indian Valley, VA, seeks Fire Dispatchers to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous conditions. Responsibilities include documenting incidents, verifying locations, and dispatching units with clear radio communication.

The role requires strong information handling, data entry accuracy, and the ability to operate computer systems. Training and certification may be required for specialized assignments, with shifts including nights, weekends,