Fire Dispatcher: 24/7 Critical Incident Coordination

County Emergency Communications; Moon (VA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

County Emergency Communications in Moon, VA is seeking Fire Dispatchers to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous conditions. You will receive incident information, alert equipment, and maintain communications with responding crews at a Moon-based duty location.

This role requires organized information handling, clear radio communication, and adherence to established response plans. Some assignments may require dispatch certification or EMS incident-management coursework.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or recognized equivalency credential is commonly required.
• 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.

Job description

County Emergency Communications in Moon, VA is seeking Fire Dispatchers to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous conditions. You will receive incident information, alert equipment, and maintain communications with responding crews at a Moon-based duty location.

This role requires organized information handling, clear radio communication, and adherence to established response plans. Some assignments may require dispatch certification or EMS incident-management coursework.