Fire Dispatcher: 24/7 Emergency Communications Expert

911 Emergency Communications; Detroit (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Fire Dispatcher opportunities in Detroit are being offered by the local fire service or communications agency. Dispatchers coordinate responses to fires, rescues, hazardous conditions, and other emergencies, relay instructions, and monitor incident status from a central communications center.

Ideal candidates will have strong information handling, clear radio communication, and the ability to follow established response plans while maintaining calm under pressure.

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

Fire Dispatcher opportunities in Detroit are being offered by the local fire service or communications agency. Dispatchers coordinate responses to fires, rescues, hazardous conditions, and other emergencies, relay instructions, and monitor incident status from a central communications center.

Ideal candidates will have strong information handling, clear radio communication, and the ability to follow established response plans while maintaining calm under pressure.