24/7 Fire Communications Dispatcher

911 Emergency Communications; Agency (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

911 Emergency Communications in Agency, MO, is seeking Fire Dispatcher opportunities to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous conditions. Dispatchers receive incident information, alert resources, and maintain communication with responding crews, often requiring overnight shifts and weekend coverage.

The role emphasizes accurate data entry, clear radio communication, and adherence to established response plans under supervision and during major incidents.

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.
• 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.

Skills

Organized information handling

Clear radio communication

Maps

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Computer systems

Radio equipment

Job description

911 Emergency Communications in Agency, MO, is seeking Fire Dispatcher opportunities to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous conditions. Dispatchers receive incident information, alert resources, and maintain communication with responding crews, often requiring overnight shifts and weekend coverage.

The role emphasizes accurate data entry, clear radio communication, and adherence to established response plans under supervision and during major incidents.