Fire Dispatcher — Fast-Paced Emergency Communications

County Emergency Communications; Hillman (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

County Emergency Communications in Hillman, Michigan is seeking Fire Dispatchers to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, hazardous conditions and other emergencies. You will receive incident information, alert resources, and maintain ongoing communication with responding crews.

Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma or GED and may require fire dispatch certification or EMS dispatch training. The role often involves working with computer systems, maps, radio equipment, and strict

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or recognized equivalency credential is commonly required. Some employers provide entry-level instruction; others seek experienced dispatchers with fire communications training.
• 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

Skills

Organized information handling

Clear radio communication

Accurate data entry

Computer systems familiarity

Fire dispatch training

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Radio communication equipment

Job description

County Emergency Communications in Hillman, Michigan is seeking Fire Dispatchers to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, hazardous conditions and other emergencies. You will receive incident information, alert resources, and maintain ongoing communication with responding crews.

Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma or GED and may require fire dispatch certification or EMS dispatch training. The role often involves working with computer systems, maps, radio equipment, and strict