Fire Dispatcher — 24/7 Ops with Overtime & Benefits

County Emergency Communications; Newport (NJ); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

County Emergency Communications in Newport, NJ is seeking Fire Dispatcher opportunities to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and other emergencies managed by fire services. Dispatchers receive incident information, alert resources, and maintain communications with responding crews.

This role requires organized information handling, clear radio communication, and adherence to established response plans. Training and certification in fire dispatch may be required for certain postings.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required or equivalent.
• Comfort with computer systems and data entry.
• Fire dispatch or EMS training may be required for certain assignments.
• Excellent communication and multitasking abilities.

Responsibilities

• Receive and document reports of fires, rescues, alarms, and hazards.
• Verify incident locations and reported risks.
• Alert stations and dispatch apparatus using approved assignments.
• Monitor radio channels and unit status.
• Relay information about occupants and changing conditions.
• Process requests for additional resources.
• Coordinate mutual-aid communications when assigned.
• Record dispatch times and unit movements.

Skills

Radio communication

Data entry

Map reading

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Computer systems

Dispatch software

Radio hardware

Job description

County Emergency Communications in Newport, NJ is seeking Fire Dispatcher opportunities to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and other emergencies managed by fire services. Dispatchers receive incident information, alert resources, and maintain communications with responding crews.

This role requires organized information handling, clear radio communication, and adherence to established response plans. Training and certification in fire dispatch may be required for certain postings.