Fire Dispatcher: Emergency Communications & Incident Ops

Emergency Telecommunicator Services; Cumbola (PA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Retirement programs

Paid leave

Professional development

Job summary

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Pennsylvania seeks dedicated Fire Dispatchers in Cumbola to coordinate responses, document incidents, and relay critical information to responding crews.

The role involves 24/7 scheduling, radio operations, and use of computer systems; candidates should have a high school diploma, fire/EMD training preferred, and the ability to work under pressure.

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

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Pennsylvania seeks dedicated Fire Dispatchers in Cumbola to coordinate responses, document incidents, and relay critical information to responding crews.

The role involves 24/7 scheduling, radio operations, and use of computer systems; candidates should have a high school diploma, fire/EMD training preferred, and the ability to work under pressure.