Fire Dispatcher: 24/7 Emergency Communications Pro

911 Emergency Communications; Mill Spring (NC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Retirement programs

Paid leave

Job summary

911 Emergency Communications seeks a dedicated Fire Dispatcher in Mill Spring, NC to coordinate emergency responses, verify locations, and maintain clear radio communications. The role requires precise data entry, adherence to response plans, and the ability to work within established protocols during high-stress incidents.

This position supports 24/7 operations, including overnight, weekend, and holiday coverage.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required. Some employers provide entry-level instruction.

Responsibilities

• Receive and document reports of fires, rescues, alarms, and hazardous conditions.
• Verify incident locations and 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.
• Record dispatch times, unit movements, and significant incident updates.

Skills

Radio communication

Organization skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Dispatch software

Job description

911 Emergency Communications seeks a dedicated Fire Dispatcher in Mill Spring, NC to coordinate emergency responses, verify locations, and maintain clear radio communications. The role requires precise data entry, adherence to response plans, and the ability to work within established protocols during high-stress incidents.

This position supports 24/7 operations, including overnight, weekend, and holiday coverage.