Fire Dispatcher: 24/7 Emergency Communications

Emergency Telecommunicator Services; Hernshaw (WV); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance options

Retirement programs

Paid leave

Professional development

Job summary

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Hernshaw, WV seeks dedicated Fire Dispatchers to coordinate emergency responses, document reports, and relay critical information. The role emphasizes precise data entry, organized information handling, and clear radio communication.

Candidates may have a high school diploma and fire dispatch training; duties include monitoring channels, notifying stations, and supporting incident management, with varied shifts and overtime.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; applicable training preferred.
• Comfort with computer systems, maps, and radio communication.
• Fire dispatch training may be required for certain assignments.

Responsibilities

• Receive and document reports of fires, rescues, alarms, and hazards.
• Verify incident locations and access information.
• Alert stations and dispatch units using approved assignments.
• Monitor radio channels and incident status.
• Record dispatch times and unit movements.

Skills

Clear radio communication

Attention to detail

Data entry

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Fire dispatch training (preferred)

Tools

Computer systems

Maps

Radio equipment

Job description

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Hernshaw, WV seeks dedicated Fire Dispatchers to coordinate emergency responses, document reports, and relay critical information. The role emphasizes precise data entry, organized information handling, and clear radio communication.

Candidates may have a high school diploma and fire dispatch training; duties include monitoring channels, notifying stations, and supporting incident management, with varied shifts and overtime.