Fire Dispatcher — 24/7 Emergency Communications Pro

County Emergency Communications; United States; On-site; USD 36,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Retirement programs

Paid leave

Employee-support services

Professional development

Job summary

County Emergency Communications in Canada seeks skilled Fire Dispatchers to coordinate fire service responses, monitor incidents, and relay critical information. This role requires calm under pressure, precise data handling, and strong radio communication.

Candidates should have a high school diploma, basic dispatch training may be required, and comfort with computers and maps. Work environment includes shift rotations, nights, weekends, and potential overtime.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is commonly required.
• Some agencies require fire dispatch training or certification.
• Applicants should be comfortable with computers and maps.

Responsibilities

• Receive and document reports of fires, rescues, and hazards.
• Verify incident locations and reported risks.
• Alert stations and dispatch apparatus using approved assignments.
• Monitor radio channels and unit status.
• Relay information about occupants and changing conditions.
• Process requests for additional resources.
• Coordinate mutual-aid communications.
• Record dispatch times and unit movements.

Skills

Communication skills

Radio communication

Data entry accuracy

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Fire dispatch software

Maps and GIS basics

Job description

County Emergency Communications in Canada seeks skilled Fire Dispatchers to coordinate fire service responses, monitor incidents, and relay critical information. This role requires calm under pressure, precise data handling, and strong radio communication.

Candidates should have a high school diploma, basic dispatch training may be required, and comfort with computers and maps. Work environment includes shift rotations, nights, weekends, and potential overtime.