Fire Dispatcher: Rapid Incident Communications Lead

911 Emergency Communications; Leesburg (VA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

911 Emergency Communications in Leesburg, VA seeks qualified Fire Dispatchers to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, hazardous conditions and other emergencies handled by fire services. You receive incident information, alert resources, and maintain communication with responding crews.

This role requires organized information handling, clear radio communication, and adherence to established response plans.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or recognized equivalency credential is commonly required.
• Fire dispatch certification or related training may be required for some 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

911 Emergency Communications in Leesburg, VA seeks qualified Fire Dispatchers to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, hazardous conditions and other emergencies handled by fire services. You receive incident information, alert resources, and maintain communication with responding crews.

This role requires organized information handling, clear radio communication, and adherence to established response plans.