Fire Dispatcher: Round-the-Clock Safety Communications

County Emergency Communications; Jersey (GA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

County Emergency Communications in Jersey, GA seeks a Fire Dispatcher to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous conditions. You will receive incident information, alert resources, and maintain radio communications, ensuring accurate and timely updates for responding crews.

This role requires handling schedules that may include overnights, weekends, and holidays. A high school diploma is commonly required, with fire dispatch or EMS training beneficial for certain assignments.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or recognized equivalency credential commonly required.
• Fire dispatch certification or EMS 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 equivalent

Job description

County Emergency Communications in Jersey, GA seeks a Fire Dispatcher to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous conditions. You will receive incident information, alert resources, and maintain radio communications, ensuring accurate and timely updates for responding crews.

This role requires handling schedules that may include overnights, weekends, and holidays. A high school diploma is commonly required, with fire dispatch or EMS training beneficial for certain assignments.