Fire Dispatcher: 24/7 Critical Communications Pro

911 Emergency Communications; Jefferson (NC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

911 Emergency Communications in Jefferson, NC seeks Fire Dispatchers to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous conditions. You will receive reports, verify locations, alert stations, monitor radio channels, and relay critical information to responding crews.

A high school diploma or GED is commonly required; some employers offer entry-level training and fire communications courses for specific assignments.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or recognized equivalency is commonly required.
• Some employers provide entry-level instruction and seek basic dispatcher training.

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

911 Emergency Communications in Jefferson, NC seeks Fire Dispatchers to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous conditions. You will receive reports, verify locations, alert stations, monitor radio channels, and relay critical information to responding crews.

A high school diploma or GED is commonly required; some employers offer entry-level training and fire communications courses for specific assignments.