Fire Dispatcher: 24/7 Emergency Communications

911 Emergency Communications; Alderson (WV); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Retirement programs

Paid leave

Professional development

Job summary

911 Emergency Communications is seeking qualified fire dispatchers to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous incidents in Alderson, WV. The role emphasizes precise information handling, constant radio communication, and adherence to established response plans.

Dispatchers must manage incident details, operate computer systems, and stay alert for changes that affect responder safety. The job may require night, weekend, and holiday shifts to ensure continuous coverage during major

Qualifications

• Requires organized information handling and clear radio communication.
• Comfortable with computer systems, accurate data entry, maps and radio comms.
• Fire dispatch certification or related training may be required for specific assignments.

Responsibilities

• Receive and document reports of fires, rescues, alarms, and hazards.
• Verify incident locations and access information.
• 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

Radio communication

Data entry

Maps

Computer literacy

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Computer systems

Job description

911 Emergency Communications is seeking qualified fire dispatchers to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous incidents in Alderson, WV. The role emphasizes precise information handling, constant radio communication, and adherence to established response plans.

Dispatchers must manage incident details, operate computer systems, and stay alert for changes that affect responder safety. The job may require night, weekend, and holiday shifts to ensure continuous coverage during major