Fire Dispatcher: 24/7 Emergency Communications Pro

County Emergency Communications; Wallingford (CT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance

Retirement benefits

Paid leave

Professional development

Overtime pay

Job summary

County Emergency Communications in Central Village, CT, is seeking Fire Dispatchers to coordinate responses to fires and emergencies. The role requires precise information handling, clear radio communication, and adherence to established response plans under supervision.

Dispatchers may work odd hours, including nights and weekends, with training provided. A high school diploma is commonly required, and some positions may require Fire dispatch or EMS training; strong computer and map skills are

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED commonly required.
• Fire dispatch certification or EMS dispatch training may be required for particular assignments.
• Experience with computer systems, accurate data entry, maps, and radio communication is valued.

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

Clear radio communication

Organized information handling

Data entry accuracy

Maps familiarity

Calm under pressure

Education

High School Diploma

Fire dispatch training

Tools

Radio dispatch software

Map systems

Job description

County Emergency Communications in Central Village, CT, is seeking Fire Dispatchers to coordinate responses to fires and emergencies. The role requires precise information handling, clear radio communication, and adherence to established response plans under supervision.

Dispatchers may work odd hours, including nights and weekends, with training provided. A high school diploma is commonly required, and some positions may require Fire dispatch or EMS training; strong computer and map skills are