Fire Dispatcher — 24/7 Emergency Communications Pro

911 Emergency Communications; Man (WV); 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

Job summary

911 Emergency Communications in Man, West Virginia, is seeking fire dispatchers to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous conditions. The role emphasizes clear radio communication, documenting incident details, and following established response plans under supervision.

A high school diploma or GED is commonly required, with some agencies offering entry-level instruction. Applicants should be comfortable with computer systems, data entry, maps, and radio communication.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED commonly required; entry-level instruction may be provided.
• Comfort with computer systems, accurate data entry, maps and radio communication 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

Skills

Computer systems

Data entry

Maps

Radio communications

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

911 Emergency Communications in Man, West Virginia, is seeking fire dispatchers to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous conditions. The role emphasizes clear radio communication, documenting incident details, and following established response plans under supervision.

A high school diploma or GED is commonly required, with some agencies offering entry-level instruction. Applicants should be comfortable with computer systems, data entry, maps, and radio communication.