Fire Dispatcher: Critical Incident Communications

Emergency Telecommunicator Services; Forest Park (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Retirement programs

Paid leave

Job summary

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Conley, GA is seeking Fire Dispatchers to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous conditions. You will receive incident details, document reports, verify locations, and dispatch appropriate resources with clear radio communication.

Work may include night, weekend, and holiday shifts. Candidates should be comfortable with computer systems, maps, and radio communications; fire dispatch certification is preferred for certain assignments.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; entry-level training may be provided.
• Experience with computer systems and radio communications preferred.
• Fire dispatch certification or emergency medical dispatch training may be required for some assignments.

Responsibilities

• Receive and document reports of fires, rescues, alarms, and hazards.
• Verify incident locations and resources; alert stations accordingly.
• Monitor radio channels and track unit status during incidents.
• Record dispatch times and incident updates for continuity.
• Coordinate with responding agencies and mutual aid when needed.

Skills

Radio communication

Data entry

Maps

Incident documentation

Clear communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Fire dispatch training or certification (preferred)

Tools

Computer systems

Radio equipment

Job description

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Conley, GA is seeking Fire Dispatchers to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous conditions. You will receive incident details, document reports, verify locations, and dispatch appropriate resources with clear radio communication.

Work may include night, weekend, and holiday shifts. Candidates should be comfortable with computer systems, maps, and radio communications; fire dispatch certification is preferred for certain assignments.