24/7 Fire Communications Dispatcher

Emergency Telecommunicator Services; Walton (OR); On-site; USD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Retirement programs

Paid leave

Employee support services

Professional development

Job summary

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Walton, OR seeks qualified Fire Dispatchers to coordinate responses to fires and other emergencies. The role requires precise data handling, clear radio communication, and the ability to keep incident details up to date while following established plans.

Applicants should be comfortable with computer systems, data entry, maps, and radio communication; relevant fire dispatch or EMS training may be required for certain postings.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or recognized equivalency credential is commonly required.
• Fire dispatch certification or emergency medical dispatch training may be required for particular assignments.
• Some employers provide entry-level instruction; others seek experienced dispatchers with fire communications training.

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

Radio communication

Data entry

Maps

Computer literacy

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Walton, OR seeks qualified Fire Dispatchers to coordinate responses to fires and other emergencies. The role requires precise data handling, clear radio communication, and the ability to keep incident details up to date while following established plans.

Applicants should be comfortable with computer systems, data entry, maps, and radio communication; relevant fire dispatch or EMS training may be required for certain postings.