Fire Dispatcher — 24/7 Emergency Communications

Emergency Telecommunicator Services; Davenport (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Retirement programs

Paid leave

Employee-support services

Professional development

Job summary

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Davenport, FL is seeking Fire Dispatcher opportunities. This role coordinates responses to fires, rescues, hazardous conditions, and other emergencies, relays vital information, and maintains communication with responding crews.

The position emphasizes organized information handling and adherence to response plans, with ability to work rotating shifts including nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or recognized equivalency credential is commonly required.
• Applicants should be comfortable with computer systems, accurate data entry, maps, and radio communication.
• 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

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Davenport, FL is seeking Fire Dispatcher opportunities. This role coordinates responses to fires, rescues, hazardous conditions, and other emergencies, relays vital information, and maintains communication with responding crews.

The position emphasizes organized information handling and adherence to response plans, with ability to work rotating shifts including nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime.