Fire Dispatcher: Critical Emergency Communications

Emergency Telecommunicator Services; Ashland (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Retirement programs

Paid leave

Job summary

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Ashland, OH is seeking Fire Dispatcher opportunities to coordinate emergency responses and maintain critical communications for fire services. The role emphasizes accurate data entry, radio discipline, and adherence to established response plans.

Fire dispatch positions may require rotating shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays, with on-site work at the assigned incident location.

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.

Skills

Radio communication

Data entry

Computer systems familiarity

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Ashland, OH is seeking Fire Dispatcher opportunities to coordinate emergency responses and maintain critical communications for fire services. The role emphasizes accurate data entry, radio discipline, and adherence to established response plans.

Fire dispatch positions may require rotating shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays, with on-site work at the assigned incident location.