Fire Dispatcher: 24/7 Incident Coordination & Radio Ops

County Emergency Communications; Leiters Ford (IN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Retirement programs

Paid leave

Employee-support services

Professional development

Job summary

County Emergency Communications in Leiters Ford, IN, is seeking Fire Dispatchers to coordinate responses for fires, rescues, and hazardous incidents. The role emphasizes precise data handling, radio discipline, and adherence to established response plans.

Experience requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent; fire dispatch/training may be necessary for certain assignments. Applicants should be proficient with computer systems, data entry, maps, and radio communications.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or recognized equivalency credential is commonly required.
• Some employers provide entry-level instruction; others seek experienced dispatchers with fire communications training.
• Applicants should be comfortable with computer systems, accurate data entry, maps, and radio communication.

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 in Leiters Ford, IN, is seeking Fire Dispatchers to coordinate responses for fires, rescues, and hazardous incidents. The role emphasizes precise data handling, radio discipline, and adherence to established response plans.

Experience requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent; fire dispatch/training may be necessary for certain assignments. Applicants should be proficient with computer systems, data entry, maps, and radio communications.