Fire Dispatcher — 24/7 Emergency Communications Lead

Emergency Telecommunicator Services; Martinsville (IN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Martinsville is seeking a Fire Dispatcher to coordinate responses to fires and emergencies, relay critical information, and maintain contact with responding crews. This role requires strong organization, accurate data entry, and clear radio communication.

Certifications like fire dispatch or EMS dispatch training may be required for certain assignments. Applicants should be prepared for variable shifts including overnights, weekends, holidays, and overtime

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is commonly required.
• Fire dispatch certification or EMS dispatch training may be required for certain 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

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Martinsville is seeking a Fire Dispatcher to coordinate responses to fires and emergencies, relay critical information, and maintain contact with responding crews. This role requires strong organization, accurate data entry, and clear radio communication.

Certifications like fire dispatch or EMS dispatch training may be required for certain assignments. Applicants should be prepared for variable shifts including overnights, weekends, holidays, and overtime