Fire Dispatcher — 24/7 Emergency Communications

County Emergency Communications; Swanzey (NH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

County Emergency Communications in West Swanzey, NH seeks experienced Fire Dispatchers to coordinate responses to fires and emergencies. You will receive incident details, alert appropriate resources, and maintain continuous radio communication with responding crews.

Responsibilities include documenting reports, verifying locations, coordinating mutual-aid, and recording updates across shifts. Candidates should have strong data entry and be comfortable with computer systems and maps.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; training may be provided by employers.
• Ability to handle information accurately and follow established procedures.
• Comfort with computer systems, maps, and radio communications.

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 updates.

Skills

Clear radio communication

Information handling

Computer literacy

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Computer systems

Maps

Radio equipment

Job description

County Emergency Communications in West Swanzey, NH seeks experienced Fire Dispatchers to coordinate responses to fires and emergencies. You will receive incident details, alert appropriate resources, and maintain continuous radio communication with responding crews.

Responsibilities include documenting reports, verifying locations, coordinating mutual-aid, and recording updates across shifts. Candidates should have strong data entry and be comfortable with computer systems and maps.