Fire Dispatcher: Incident Communications & Dispatch

911 Emergency Communications; Montclair (NJ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

911 Emergency Communications in Montclair, NJ is seeking dedicated Fire Dispatchers to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous conditions. You will receive incident details, relay instructions, and maintain clear radio communications with responding crews.

This role requires accurate data entry, strict adherence to procedures, and the ability to multitask under pressure. Applicants should be comfortable with computer systems, maps, and shifting schedules that may include overnight

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience with radio communications preferred.
• Ability to enter data accurately and quickly.
• Familiarity with maps and computer systems.

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.
• Record dispatch times, unit movements, and significant incident updates.

Skills

Radio communication

Data entry

Multitasking

Stress management

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Computer terminals

Map reading

Job description

911 Emergency Communications in Montclair, NJ is seeking dedicated Fire Dispatchers to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous conditions. You will receive incident details, relay instructions, and maintain clear radio communications with responding crews.

This role requires accurate data entry, strict adherence to procedures, and the ability to multitask under pressure. Applicants should be comfortable with computer systems, maps, and shifting schedules that may include overnight