Fire Dispatcher - 24/7 Incident Communications Lead

County Emergency Communications; Granite Quarry (NC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

County Emergency Communications in Granite Quarry, NC seeks a Fire Dispatcher to coordinate responses to fires and other emergencies. You will receive incident details, alert resources, and maintain radio contact with responding crews throughout incidents.

This role requires organized information handling, clear communication, and the ability to follow established plans while adapting to changing conditions and demanding call volumes.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or recognized equivalency credential is commonly required.
• Fire dispatch certification, emergency medical dispatch training, or incident-management coursework may be required for particular 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
• 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

Job description

County Emergency Communications in Granite Quarry, NC seeks a Fire Dispatcher to coordinate responses to fires and other emergencies. You will receive incident details, alert resources, and maintain radio contact with responding crews throughout incidents.

This role requires organized information handling, clear communication, and the ability to follow established plans while adapting to changing conditions and demanding call volumes.