Fire Dispatcher: Critical Incident Communications Pro

911 Emergency Communications; Lyndhurst (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

911 Emergency Communications in Lyndhurst, VA seeks skilled Fire Dispatchers to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazards.

The role requires precise data handling, clear radio communication, and adherence to established response plans. Duties include documenting reports, verifying locations, alerting stations, monitoring status, and coordinating resources across shifts, including nights and weekends.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or recognized equivalency credential 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 hazards
• 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

Radio communication

Organizational skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

911 Emergency Communications in Lyndhurst, VA seeks skilled Fire Dispatchers to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazards.

The role requires precise data handling, clear radio communication, and adherence to established response plans. Duties include documenting reports, verifying locations, alerting stations, monitoring status, and coordinating resources across shifts, including nights and weekends.