Fire Dispatcher - 24/7 Emergency Communications

County Emergency Communications; Curtice (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Part time

Job summary

County Emergency Communications in Curtice, OH is seeking capable fire dispatchers to coordinate responses to emergencies and relay critical information to responding crews.

Responsibilities include receiving incident reports, verifying locations, alerting stations, monitoring radio channels, and coordinating resources during major incidents. A strong focus on data accuracy, radio discipline, and adherence to protocols is essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED commonly required.
• Some employers offer entry-level instruction; others seek trained dispatchers.
• Comfort with computer systems, accurate data entry, maps, and radio.
• Fire dispatch certification or EMT training may be required for some roles.

Responsibilities

• Receive and document reports of fires, rescues, alarms, and hazards.
• Verify incident locations, access information, and risks.
• Alert stations and dispatch apparatus using approved 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 updates.

Skills

Data entry

Radio communication

Computer systems literacy

Maps

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

County Emergency Communications in Curtice, OH is seeking capable fire dispatchers to coordinate responses to emergencies and relay critical information to responding crews.

Responsibilities include receiving incident reports, verifying locations, alerting stations, monitoring radio channels, and coordinating resources during major incidents. A strong focus on data accuracy, radio discipline, and adherence to protocols is essential.