Fire Dispatcher — 24/7 Emergency Communications Pro

County Emergency Communications; Bayboro (NC); On-site; USD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Retirement programs

Paid leave

Employee-support services

Professional development

Overtime opportunities

Shift premiums

Job summary

County Emergency Communications in Bayboro, NC seeks a dedicated Fire Dispatcher to coordinate responses to emergencies, document incidents, and maintain clear radio communication. You will verify locations, alert units, and monitor status across channels while following established procedures and shifts that may include nights and weekends.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalent, comfort with computer systems and data entry, and relevant dispatch training may be required for

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 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 some 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

County Emergency Communications in Bayboro, NC seeks a dedicated Fire Dispatcher to coordinate responses to emergencies, document incidents, and maintain clear radio communication. You will verify locations, alert units, and monitor status across channels while following established procedures and shifts that may include nights and weekends.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalent, comfort with computer systems and data entry, and relevant dispatch training may be required for