Fire Dispatcher: 24/7 Emergency Communications Pro

Emergency Telecommunicator Services; West Virginia; On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Retirement programs

Paid leave

Professional development

Job summary

Emergency Telecommunicator Services is seeking qualified fire dispatchers to coordinate emergency responses in Randolph, VA. The role involves receiving reports, verifying locations, and initiating dispatched responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous situations.

Candidates should be proficient with radio communications, data entry, and computer systems essential for real-time incident management. Training and certifications may be required for specific assignments.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or GED is commonly required.
• Fire dispatch certification or EMT training may be required for certain 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.
• Record dispatch times, unit movements, and significant incident updates.

Skills

Radio communication

Data entry

Computer systems

Maps

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Dispatch software

Job description

Emergency Telecommunicator Services is seeking qualified fire dispatchers to coordinate emergency responses in Randolph, VA. The role involves receiving reports, verifying locations, and initiating dispatched responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous situations.

Candidates should be proficient with radio communications, data entry, and computer systems essential for real-time incident management. Training and certifications may be required for specific assignments.