24/7 Fire Dispatch Operator

County Emergency Communications; West (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Retirement programs

Paid leave

Professional development

Job summary

County Emergency Communications in West, TX is seeking Fire Dispatcher professionals to coordinate emergency responses, receive incident details, and relay assignments to fire units. This role requires precise data entry, strong radio communication, and adherence to established response plans.

Dispatchers may work rotating shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays, with overtime during major incidents.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Fire dispatch training or EMS dispatch certification may be required for some assignments.
• Experience with computer systems, maps, and radio communications is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Receive and document reports of fires, rescues, alarms, and hazards
• Verify incident locations and access information
• Alert stations and dispatch apparatus using approved assignments
• Monitor radio channels and unit status
• Record dispatch times and incident updates
• Coordinate mutual-aid communications when assigned

Skills

Radio communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Fire dispatch training

Emergency medical dispatch training

Incident-management coursework

Tools

Computer systems

Maps

Job description

County Emergency Communications in West, TX is seeking Fire Dispatcher professionals to coordinate emergency responses, receive incident details, and relay assignments to fire units. This role requires precise data entry, strong radio communication, and adherence to established response plans.

Dispatchers may work rotating shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays, with overtime during major incidents.