Fire Dispatcher: Rapid Emergency Communications Expert

Emergency Telecommunicator Services; Dahlonega (GA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Lumpkin, GA seeks a Fire Dispatcher to coordinate responses to fires, rescue incidents, and hazards. You will receive incident information, alert resources, and maintain clear communications with responding crews.

The role requires organized information handling and radio communication, with shifts that may include overnight, weekends, holidays, and overtime during major incidents.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or recognized equivalency credential is commonly required.
• Applicants should be comfortable with computer systems, maps, and radio communication.
• Fire dispatch certification or related coursework may be required for certain 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.
• Record dispatch times, unit movements, and significant incident updates.

Skills

Listening

Data entry

Maps

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Lumpkin, GA seeks a Fire Dispatcher to coordinate responses to fires, rescue incidents, and hazards. You will receive incident information, alert resources, and maintain clear communications with responding crews.

The role requires organized information handling and radio communication, with shifts that may include overnight, weekends, holidays, and overtime during major incidents.