Fire Dispatcher: 24/7 Emergency Communications

911 Emergency Communications; Mosherville (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Retirement programs

Paid leave

Professional development

Job summary

911 Emergency Communications in Michigan seeks Fire Dispatcher candidates to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazards. You will receive incident details, confirm locations, alert stations, and maintain continuous radio contact with responding crews.

Applicants should be comfortable handling computer systems, maps, and radio comms, with certifications depending on assignments. Scheduling may include overnight shifts and overtime as needed.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or recognized equivalency credential is commonly required.
• 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.

Skills

Clear radio communication

Accurate data entry

Maps and navigation

Calm under pressure

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Computer systems

Radio equipment

Map reading tools

Job description

911 Emergency Communications in Michigan seeks Fire Dispatcher candidates to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazards. You will receive incident details, confirm locations, alert stations, and maintain continuous radio contact with responding crews.

Applicants should be comfortable handling computer systems, maps, and radio comms, with certifications depending on assignments. Scheduling may include overnight shifts and overtime as needed.