24/7 Fire Dispatch — Critical Incident Coordinator

911 Emergency Communications; Edwards (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Retirement programs

Paid leave

Professional development

Job summary

911 Emergency Communications is seeking qualified Fire Dispatchers to coordinate emergency responses from Edwards, CA. You will receive incident information, verify locations, alert resources, and maintain communications with responding crews.

The role emphasizes precise data entry, organized information handling, and clear radio communication. Applicants should be comfortable with computer systems and maps, and may require fire dispatch or EMS training.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or recognized equivalency credential is commonly required.
• Fire dispatch certification, emergency medical dispatch training, or incident-management coursework 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

Computer systems

Maps

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

911 Emergency Communications is seeking qualified Fire Dispatchers to coordinate emergency responses from Edwards, CA. You will receive incident information, verify locations, alert resources, and maintain communications with responding crews.

The role emphasizes precise data entry, organized information handling, and clear radio communication. Applicants should be comfortable with computer systems and maps, and may require fire dispatch or EMS training.