Fire Dispatcher: 24/7 Public Safety Communications

County Emergency Communications; Syria (VA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Retirement programs

Paid leave

Professional development

Job summary

County Emergency Communications seeks Fire Dispatcher opportunities in Syria. Dispatchers coordinate responses to fires and emergencies, relay critical information, and maintain incident documentation.

The role may require overnight shifts and coverage during major incidents, with emphasis on accurate data entry and radio discipline. Applicants typically hold a high school diploma; some postings require fire dispatch training or related certifications.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or recognized equivalency is commonly required.
• Fire dispatch certification or related coursework may be required for some roles.
• Comfort with computer systems, maps and radio communication is important.

Responsibilities

• Receive and document reports of fires, rescues, alarms, and hazards.
• Verify incident locations and reported risks.
• Alert stations and dispatch apparatus using approved response assignments.
• Monitor radio channels, unit availability, and incident status.
• Record dispatch times and significant incident updates.
• Coordinate mutual-aid communications when assigned.

Skills

Clear radio communication

Information handling

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

County Emergency Communications seeks Fire Dispatcher opportunities in Syria. Dispatchers coordinate responses to fires and emergencies, relay critical information, and maintain incident documentation.

The role may require overnight shifts and coverage during major incidents, with emphasis on accurate data entry and radio discipline. Applicants typically hold a high school diploma; some postings require fire dispatch training or related certifications.