Fire Dispatcher — 24/7 Emergency Response Coordinator

County Emergency Communications; Magnolia (MS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Retirement programs

Paid leave

Professional development

Job summary

County Emergency Communications in Magnolia, MS, is seeking Fire Dispatchers to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazards. Responsibilities include receiving incident details, alerting resources, and maintaining clear communication with responding crews.

The role may require work at all hours, including overnights, weekends, holidays, and during major incidents. A high school diploma or equivalent is commonly required, with additional dispatch certification or EMT training as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or recognized equivalency credential is commonly required.
• Some positions may require fire dispatch certification or emergency medical dispatch training.

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 GED

Job description

County Emergency Communications in Magnolia, MS, is seeking Fire Dispatchers to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazards. Responsibilities include receiving incident details, alerting resources, and maintaining clear communication with responding crews.

The role may require work at all hours, including overnights, weekends, holidays, and during major incidents. A high school diploma or equivalent is commonly required, with additional dispatch certification or EMT training as needed.