Fire Dispatcher: Real-Time Emergency Communications

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

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Retirement programs

Paid leave

Professional development

Job summary

County Emergency Communications in Hawley, PA is seeking skilled Fire Dispatchers to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous conditions. The role requires precise information handling, clear radio communication, and adherence to incident response plans.

Work may include overnight shifts, weekends, holidays, overtime, and additional coverage during major incidents. Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED and be comfortable with computer systems and data entry.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Comfort with computer systems and data entry.
• Familiarity with maps and radio communications.

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

County Emergency Communications in Hawley, PA is seeking skilled Fire Dispatchers to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous conditions. The role requires precise information handling, clear radio communication, and adherence to incident response plans.

Work may include overnight shifts, weekends, holidays, overtime, and additional coverage during major incidents. Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED and be comfortable with computer systems and data entry.