Fire Dispatcher: Critical Communications & Overtime

County Emergency Communications; Vaughnsville (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

County Emergency Communications in Vaughnsville, OH is seeking Fire Dispatchers to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, hazards, and other emergencies. This role requires precise information handling and clear radio communication to support responders.

Applicants typically need a high school diploma and may receive on-the-job training; fire dispatch or EMS certification may be required for certain assignments.

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.

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 Vaughnsville, OH is seeking Fire Dispatchers to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, hazards, and other emergencies. This role requires precise information handling and clear radio communication to support responders.

Applicants typically need a high school diploma and may receive on-the-job training; fire dispatch or EMS certification may be required for certain assignments.