Fire Dispatcher: Critical Emergency Communications Leader

County Emergency Communications; Acme (PA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Retirement programs

Paid leave

Employee-support services

Professional development

Job summary

County Emergency Communications in Acme, PA is seeking Fire Dispatcher opportunities to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, hazards, and other emergencies handled by fire services. Dispatchers manage incident details, notify resources, and maintain communication with responding crews.

The role may require overnight shifts and irregular hours, with emphasis on accuracy and adherence to established response plans.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or recognized equivalency credential is commonly required.
• Applicants should be comfortable with computer systems, accurate data entry, maps, and radio communication.
• Fire dispatch certification, emergency medical dispatch training, or incident-management coursework may be required for particular 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

Job description

County Emergency Communications in Acme, PA is seeking Fire Dispatcher opportunities to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, hazards, and other emergencies handled by fire services. Dispatchers manage incident details, notify resources, and maintain communication with responding crews.

The role may require overnight shifts and irregular hours, with emphasis on accuracy and adherence to established response plans.