Fire Dispatcher: 24/7 Incident Communications Pro

County Emergency Communications; Otwell (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Retirement programs

Paid leave

Professional development

Overtime pay

Job summary

County Emergency Communications in Otwell, IN is seeking Fire Dispatchers to coordinate emergency responses, receive incident information, alert resources, and maintain radio communications during incidents. The role emphasizes accurate data handling, adherence to response plans, and working across multiple shifts.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED; some positions may require fire dispatch or EMS training and related coursework.

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

Skills

Organizational skills

Clear communication

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

County Emergency Communications in Otwell, IN is seeking Fire Dispatchers to coordinate emergency responses, receive incident information, alert resources, and maintain radio communications during incidents. The role emphasizes accurate data handling, adherence to response plans, and working across multiple shifts.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED; some positions may require fire dispatch or EMS training and related coursework.