24/7 Fire Dispatch Specialist

County Emergency Communications; Okemah (OK); On-site; USD 38,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance

Retirement plan

Paid leave

Support services

Professional development

Job summary

County Emergency Communications in Okemah, Oklahoma is seeking Fire Dispatchers to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazmat situations. The role involves receiving incident information, alerting resources, and maintaining clear radio communication with responding crews.

Applicants should have a high school diploma and be comfortable with computer systems, maps, and data entry. Fire dispatch training or certification may be required for certain assignments, and shifts can include

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; some roles may require further training.
• Familiarity with computer systems, maps and radio communication.
• Fire dispatch certification or related coursework may be required for specific assignments.

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

Organization

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Computer systems

Job description

County Emergency Communications in Okemah, Oklahoma is seeking Fire Dispatchers to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazmat situations. The role involves receiving incident information, alerting resources, and maintaining clear radio communication with responding crews.

Applicants should have a high school diploma and be comfortable with computer systems, maps, and data entry. Fire dispatch training or certification may be required for certain assignments, and shifts can include