Fire Dispatcher: 24/7 Emergency Communications

County Emergency Communications; Nineveh (IN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Retirement programs

Paid leave

Employee-support services

Professional development

Job summary

County Emergency Communications is seeking Fire Dispatchers in Nineveh, IN. The role involves receiving incident details, coordinating resources, and maintaining clear radio communication during fires, rescues, and hazardous conditions.

Applicants should be comfortable with computer systems and data entry. Some positions may require fire dispatch certification and related training as determined by the hiring agency.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Fire dispatch certification may be required for certain assignments.
• Proficiency with computer systems and accurate data entry is essential.

Responsibilities

• Receive and document reports of fires, rescues, alarms, and hazards.
• Verify incident locations, access information, and reported risks.
• Alert stations and dispatch apparatus using approved 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 communication

Attention to detail

Multi-tasking

Computer literacy

Education

High school diploma or GED

Fire dispatch certification (preferred)

Tools

Dispatch software

Radio/communication systems

Job description

County Emergency Communications is seeking Fire Dispatchers in Nineveh, IN. The role involves receiving incident details, coordinating resources, and maintaining clear radio communication during fires, rescues, and hazardous conditions.

Applicants should be comfortable with computer systems and data entry. Some positions may require fire dispatch certification and related training as determined by the hiring agency.