Fire Dispatcher: Lead Emergency Communications & Alerts

County Emergency Communications; Sparta (MI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Retirement programs

Paid leave

Professional development

Overtime

Shift premiums

Job summary

County Emergency Communications in Sparta, MI is seeking Fire Dispatchers to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous conditions. The role requires precise data handling, clear radio communication, and adherence to established response plans.

Applicants will document incident details, alert resources, and maintain ongoing updates with responding crews. Positions may require shift work, overnights, weekends, and additional coverage during major incidents.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or recognized equivalency credential is commonly required.
• Fire dispatch certification or emergency medical dispatch training may be required for specific assignments.

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 and unit movements.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

County Emergency Communications in Sparta, MI is seeking Fire Dispatchers to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous conditions. The role requires precise data handling, clear radio communication, and adherence to established response plans.

Applicants will document incident details, alert resources, and maintain ongoing updates with responding crews. Positions may require shift work, overnights, weekends, and additional coverage during major incidents.