Fire Dispatcher: Real-Time Emergency Communications Pro

911 Emergency Communications; New Paris (PA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Retirement programs

Paid leave

Professional development

Job summary

911 Emergency Communications in New Bedford, PA, is seeking a Fire Dispatcher to coordinate responses for fires, rescues, and hazardous conditions. The role requires precise information handling, clear radio communication, and adherence to established response plans, with scheduling that may include overnight shifts and weekend coverage.

Responsibilities include receiving incident reports, verifying locations, alerting units, and monitoring status across channels.

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.

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

Organized

Attention to detail

Radio communication

Data entry

Computer literacy

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Dispatch software

Radio equipment

Job description

911 Emergency Communications in New Bedford, PA, is seeking a Fire Dispatcher to coordinate responses for fires, rescues, and hazardous conditions. The role requires precise information handling, clear radio communication, and adherence to established response plans, with scheduling that may include overnight shifts and weekend coverage.

Responsibilities include receiving incident reports, verifying locations, alerting units, and monitoring status across channels.