Fire Dispatcher: 24/7 Emergency Response Coordinator

County Emergency Communications; Altha (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

County Emergency Communications is seeking a Fire Dispatcher in Altha, FL to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and other emergencies. You will receive incident information, alert resources, and maintain radio contact with responding crews.

This role requires organized information handling, precise data entry, and calm communication during high-stress incidents across all hours, including overnight, weekends, holidays, and major events.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or recognized equivalency credential required.
• Some employers provide entry-level instruction; others seek experienced dispatchers.

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

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

County Emergency Communications is seeking a Fire Dispatcher in Altha, FL to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and other emergencies. You will receive incident information, alert resources, and maintain radio contact with responding crews.

This role requires organized information handling, precise data entry, and calm communication during high-stress incidents across all hours, including overnight, weekends, holidays, and major events.