Fire Dispatcher - 24/7 Emergency Communications Pro

County Emergency Communications; Thurston (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Retirement programs

Paid leave

Professional development

Job summary

County Emergency Communications in Thurston, OH seeks a Fire Dispatcher to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous conditions. You will receive incident information, alert resources, and maintain communication with responding crews in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires strong information handling, clear radio communication, and adherence to established response plans. Fire dispatch certification or EMS training may be required for specific assignments.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; some positions may require fire dispatch training.
• Able to use computer systems, perform accurate data entry, and read maps.
• Fire dispatch certification or emergency medical dispatch training may be required for some roles.

Responsibilities

• Receive and document reports of fires, rescues, alarms, and hazards.
• Verify incident locations, access information, and reported risks.
• Alert stations and dispatch apparatus using approved response plans.
• 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 updates.

Skills

Radio communication

Information handling

Attention to detail

Crisis management

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Computer systems

Maps

Radio communication systems

Job description

County Emergency Communications in Thurston, OH seeks a Fire Dispatcher to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous conditions. You will receive incident information, alert resources, and maintain communication with responding crews in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires strong information handling, clear radio communication, and adherence to established response plans. Fire dispatch certification or EMS training may be required for specific assignments.