Mission-Critical Fire Dispatcher (24/7)

Emergency Telecommunicator Services; Canal Point (FL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Retirement programs

Paid leave

Professional development

Job summary

Emergency Telecommunicator Services is seeking qualified Fire Dispatchers in Canal Point, FL to coordinate responses to fires and emergencies. Responsibilities include documenting incidents, alerting resources, and maintaining clear radio communications with responding crews.

Applicants may need a high school diploma and fire communications training; roles may require 24/7 staffing, overnight shifts, weekends, and overtime during major incidents.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent commonly required.
• Fire dispatch training or certification may be required for some assignments.
• Comfort with computer systems, maps, and radio communication.

Responsibilities

• Receive and document reports of fires, rescues, alarms, and hazards.
• Verify incident locations, access information, and risks.
• Alert stations and dispatch apparatus using approved 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 updates.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Emergency Telecommunicator Services is seeking qualified Fire Dispatchers in Canal Point, FL to coordinate responses to fires and emergencies. Responsibilities include documenting incidents, alerting resources, and maintaining clear radio communications with responding crews.

Applicants may need a high school diploma and fire communications training; roles may require 24/7 staffing, overnight shifts, weekends, and overtime during major incidents.