Fire Dispatcher - Critical Emergency Communications (24/7)

Emergency Telecommunicator Services; Jim Thorpe (PA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance

Retirement programs

Paid leave

Professional development

Job summary

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Jim Thorpe, PA is seeking Fire Dispatcher candidates to coordinate fire service responses from a dedicated communications center. Responsibilities include receiving incident reports, validating locations, and alerting stations with approved assignments.

Strong radio discipline and data accuracy are essential. Applicants should be comfortable with computer systems, maps, and accurate data entry.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required or equivalent.
• Comfort with computer systems, accurate data entry, maps, and radio communication.
• Fire dispatch certification or emergency medical dispatch training may be required for some 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.

Skills

Clear communication

Attention to detail

Radio procedures

Team coordination

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Computer systems

Maps

Job description

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Jim Thorpe, PA is seeking Fire Dispatcher candidates to coordinate fire service responses from a dedicated communications center. Responsibilities include receiving incident reports, validating locations, and alerting stations with approved assignments.

Strong radio discipline and data accuracy are essential. Applicants should be comfortable with computer systems, maps, and accurate data entry.