Fire Dispatcher: Critical Emergency Communications

911 Emergency Communications; Jewett (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Retirement programs

Paid leave

Professional development

Job summary

Jewett Fire Department seeks a Fire Dispatcher to coordinate emergency responses and maintain clear radio communications for incidents in Jewett, OH. You will receive reports, verify locations, and relay assignments to appropriate units under established response plans.

Responsibilities include monitoring radio channels, logging updates, and coordinating mutual aid as needed. A high school diploma or equivalent is commonly required, with some roles requiring dispatch certification or EMS

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent commonly required.
• Some employers provide entry-level instruction; others seek experienced 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.
• Record dispatch times, unit movements, and significant incident updates.

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Jewett Fire Department seeks a Fire Dispatcher to coordinate emergency responses and maintain clear radio communications for incidents in Jewett, OH. You will receive reports, verify locations, and relay assignments to appropriate units under established response plans.

Responsibilities include monitoring radio channels, logging updates, and coordinating mutual aid as needed. A high school diploma or equivalent is commonly required, with some roles requiring dispatch certification or EMS