Fire Dispatcher — 24/7 Emergency Communications Pro

County Emergency Communications; Cordova (SC); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Retirement programs

Paid leave

Professional development

Job summary

County Emergency Communications in Cordova, SC seeks a Fire Dispatcher to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous incidents. You will receive incident information, verify locations, alert resources, and maintain communications with responding crews.

Applicants should be comfortable with computer systems, maps, and data entry. Fire dispatch or EMS dispatch training may be required for certain assignments; evening and overnight shifts are common in this role.

Qualifications

• Clear radio communication and concise reporting are essential.
• Comfort with computers, maps, and data entry is required.
• Fire dispatch training or related certification may be required for certain postings.

Responsibilities

• Receive and document reports of fires, rescues, and hazards.
• Verify incident locations and access information.
• Alert stations and dispatch units with approved assignments.
• Monitor radio channels and unit status.
• Relay occupant, hazard, and changing condition information.
• Process requests for additional resources via procedures.
• Coordinate mutual-aid communications as assigned.
• Record dispatch times and unit movements.

Skills

Clear radio communication

Organized information handling

Attention to detail

Computer systems familiarity

Data entry accuracy

Maps and navigation understanding

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

County Emergency Communications in Cordova, SC seeks a Fire Dispatcher to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous incidents. You will receive incident information, verify locations, alert resources, and maintain communications with responding crews.

Applicants should be comfortable with computer systems, maps, and data entry. Fire dispatch or EMS dispatch training may be required for certain assignments; evening and overnight shifts are common in this role.