Fire Dispatcher – 24/7 Emergency Communications

911 Emergency Communications; Grifton (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

911 Emergency Communications in Grifton, NC seeks dedicated fire dispatchers to coordinate responses to fires and emergencies from a central communications desk. You will receive incident information, alert resources, and maintain clear communications with responding crews while following established response plans.

Dispatch roles require attention to detail, calm under pressure, and proficiency with radio equipment, data entry, and maps.

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.
• 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

Job description

911 Emergency Communications in Grifton, NC seeks dedicated fire dispatchers to coordinate responses to fires and emergencies from a central communications desk. You will receive incident information, alert resources, and maintain clear communications with responding crews while following established response plans.

Dispatch roles require attention to detail, calm under pressure, and proficiency with radio equipment, data entry, and maps.