Fire Dispatcher - 24/7 Emergency Communications Pro

County Emergency Communications; Big Pool (MD); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

County Emergency Communications seeks skilled Fire Dispatchers to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, hazardous conditions, and other emergencies handled by fire services. You will receive incident information, alert resources, and maintain radio communication with responding crews.

The position requires meticulous information handling, clear communication, and adherence to established response plans. Fire dispatchers may work all hours, including overnights, weekends, and major incident

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or recognized equivalency credential is commonly required.
• Some employers provide entry-level instruction; others seek experienced dispatchers with fire communications training.
• 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

County Emergency Communications seeks skilled Fire Dispatchers to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, hazardous conditions, and other emergencies handled by fire services. You will receive incident information, alert resources, and maintain radio communication with responding crews.

The position requires meticulous information handling, clear communication, and adherence to established response plans. Fire dispatchers may work all hours, including overnights, weekends, and major incident