Fire Dispatcher: Life-Saving Communications Pro

Emergency Telecommunicator Services; Lansing (OH); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Retirement programs

Paid leave

Job summary

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Lansing, OH seeks a dedicated Fire Dispatcher to coordinate emergency responses from a centralized communications center. You will receive incident information, document details, alert responders, and maintain clear radio communications during critical events.

This role requires fast data entry, map-reading skills, and the ability to follow established response plans while adapting to changing incidents.

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

Job description

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Lansing, OH seeks a dedicated Fire Dispatcher to coordinate emergency responses from a centralized communications center. You will receive incident information, document details, alert responders, and maintain clear radio communications during critical events.

This role requires fast data entry, map-reading skills, and the ability to follow established response plans while adapting to changing incidents.