Fire Dispatcher: 24/7 Shifts, Overtime & Training

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

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Retirement programs

Paid leave

Employee-support services

Professional development

Job summary

County Emergency Communications in Clarksburg, TN seeks a Fire Dispatcher to coordinate incident responses, verify locations, alert units, and maintain clear radio communications during emergencies.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalent; specialized fire dispatch training may be required for certain assignments. Shift work, including nights and weekends, is common. This role demands calm under pressure, precise data entry, and teamwork with fire crews and other agencies.

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 Clarksburg, TN seeks a Fire Dispatcher to coordinate incident responses, verify locations, alert units, and maintain clear radio communications during emergencies.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalent; specialized fire dispatch training may be required for certain assignments. Shift work, including nights and weekends, is common. This role demands calm under pressure, precise data entry, and teamwork with fire crews and other agencies.