Fire Dispatcher — 24/7 Emergency Communications

Emergency Telecommunicator Services; West Clarksville (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in West Clarksville, NY, seeks qualified Fire Dispatcher candidates to coordinate fire service responses, document incidents, and maintain accurate records on incident status. The role emphasizes clear radio communication, data accuracy, and adherence to established response plans.

Applicants typically hold a high school diploma or equivalent, with fire dispatch and emergency medical dispatch training often required for specialized assignments.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent 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

Job description

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in West Clarksville, NY, seeks qualified Fire Dispatcher candidates to coordinate fire service responses, document incidents, and maintain accurate records on incident status. The role emphasizes clear radio communication, data accuracy, and adherence to established response plans.

Applicants typically hold a high school diploma or equivalent, with fire dispatch and emergency medical dispatch training often required for specialized assignments.