Fire Dispatcher: Critical Incident Communications

County Emergency Communications; Sanbornville (NH); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Retirement programs

Paid leave

Professional development

Job summary

County Emergency Communications in Sanbornville, NH is seeking Fire Dispatchers to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, hazardous conditions, and other emergencies. You will receive incident information, alert units, and maintain clear radio communication.

This role requires attention to detail, the ability to work under pressure, and familiarity with computer systems and maps. Training and certification in fire dispatch or EMS may be required for some assignments, and overtime or after-hours

Qualifications

• High school diploma or recognized equivalency credential is commonly required.
• Fire dispatch certification or EMS/incident-management coursework may be required for certain assignments.
• Applicants should be comfortable with computer systems, maps, and radio communication.

Responsibilities

• Receive and document reports of fires, rescues, alarms, and hazardous conditions.
• Verify incident locations and access information.
• 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

Attention to detail

Clear radio communication

Data entry accuracy

Calm under pressure

Maps proficiency

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Dispatch software

Job description

County Emergency Communications in Sanbornville, NH is seeking Fire Dispatchers to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, hazardous conditions, and other emergencies. You will receive incident information, alert units, and maintain clear radio communication.

This role requires attention to detail, the ability to work under pressure, and familiarity with computer systems and maps. Training and certification in fire dispatch or EMS may be required for some assignments, and overtime or after-hours