Fire Dispatcher: 24/7 Emergency Communications Lead

Emergency Telecommunicator Services; Tallapoosa (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Haralson, GA seeks a Fire Dispatcher to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and other emergencies. You will receive incident information, alert resources, and maintain communication with responding crews.

The role requires organized information handling and clear radio communication, following established response plans and directions from authorized personnel. Fire dispatch certification and related training may be required for specific assignments.

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

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Haralson, GA seeks a Fire Dispatcher to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and other emergencies. You will receive incident information, alert resources, and maintain communication with responding crews.

The role requires organized information handling and clear radio communication, following established response plans and directions from authorized personnel. Fire dispatch certification and related training may be required for specific assignments.