Fire Dispatcher: Precision Radio & Emergency Coordination

Emergency Telecommunicator Services; West Lafayette (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in West Lafayette is seeking Fire Dispatchers to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous conditions. You will receive incident information, alert resources, and maintain radio communications.

The role requires precise data handling and calm, clear communication under pressure, with possible overnight, weekend, and holiday shifts. Training and certification requirements vary by assignment.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or recognized equivalency credential is commonly required.
• 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

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in West Lafayette is seeking Fire Dispatchers to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous conditions. You will receive incident information, alert resources, and maintain radio communications.

The role requires precise data handling and calm, clear communication under pressure, with possible overnight, weekend, and holiday shifts. Training and certification requirements vary by assignment.