Fire Dispatcher: 24/7 Emergency Communications Pro

County Emergency Communications; Brainardsville (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

County Emergency Communications in Brainardsville, NY seeks Fire Dispatchers to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous conditions. You will receive incident information, alert resources, and maintain clear radio communications.

The role requires organized data handling, quick decision making, and the ability to work non-traditional hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays. Training and certification may be required depending on the assignment.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or recognized equivalency credential is commonly required.
• Fire dispatch certification, emergency medical dispatch training, or incident-management coursework may be required for particular assignments.
• Applicants should be comfortable with computer systems, accurate data entry, maps, and radio communication.
• Some employers provide entry-level instruction; others seek experienced dispatchers with fire communications training.

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 Brainardsville, NY seeks Fire Dispatchers to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous conditions. You will receive incident information, alert resources, and maintain clear radio communications.

The role requires organized data handling, quick decision making, and the ability to work non-traditional hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays. Training and certification may be required depending on the assignment.