Fire Dispatcher: Critical 24/7 Emergency Communications

Emergency Telecommunicator Services; Milledgeville (TN); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Milledgeville, TN is seeking skilled Fire Dispatchers to coordinate emergency responses and maintain clear communications during incidents. The role involves receiving incident reports, relaying instructions, and supporting responding crews under established procedures.

Candidates should have strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work rotating shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED commonly required.
• Some employers offer entry-level instruction; others seek trained dispatchers.

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

Organized information handling

Clear radio communication

Data entry

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Computer systems

Maps

Radio equipment

Job description

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Milledgeville, TN is seeking skilled Fire Dispatchers to coordinate emergency responses and maintain clear communications during incidents. The role involves receiving incident reports, relaying instructions, and supporting responding crews under established procedures.

Candidates should have strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work rotating shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays.