Fire Dispatcher: 24/7 Emergency Communications Pro

Emergency Telecommunicator Services; Epworth (GA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

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

This role requires organized information handling and clear radio communication. Dispatchers must keep incident details current while following plans and directions from authorized personnel.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED commonly required.
• Fire dispatch certification or EMS training 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

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

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

This role requires organized information handling and clear radio communication. Dispatchers must keep incident details current while following plans and directions from authorized personnel.