Fire Dispatcher: 24/7 Emergency Communications

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

Job summary

911 Emergency Communications in Fostoria, MI is seeking qualified Fire Dispatchers to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and other emergencies. The role involves receiving incident information, alerting resources, and maintaining communication with responding crews.

Applicants should have a high school diploma (or GED), tolerate long hours, and be comfortable using computer systems, maps, and radio communications. Training and certifications may be required depending on assignment.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or recognized equivalency credential is commonly required.
• Some employers provide entry-level instruction; others seek experienced dispatchers with fire communications 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

Skills

Attention to detail

Radio communication

Data entry

Computer literacy

Education

High school diploma

Job description

911 Emergency Communications in Fostoria, MI is seeking qualified Fire Dispatchers to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and other emergencies. The role involves receiving incident information, alerting resources, and maintaining communication with responding crews.

Applicants should have a high school diploma (or GED), tolerate long hours, and be comfortable using computer systems, maps, and radio communications. Training and certifications may be required depending on assignment.