Fire Dispatcher: 24/7 Emergency Communications

Emergency Telecommunicator Services; Sidney (OH); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Sidney, OH is seeking dedicated Fire Dispatchers to coordinate emergency responses for fires, rescues, and hazardous conditions. You will receive incident information, alert appropriate resources, and maintain radio communication with responding crews.

This role requires attention to detail, calm under pressure, and proficiency with computer systems, data entry, maps, and radio procedures.

Qualifications

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

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Sidney, OH is seeking dedicated Fire Dispatchers to coordinate emergency responses for fires, rescues, and hazardous conditions. You will receive incident information, alert appropriate resources, and maintain radio communication with responding crews.

This role requires attention to detail, calm under pressure, and proficiency with computer systems, data entry, maps, and radio procedures.