24/7 Fire Dispatch Specialist

Emergency Telecommunicator Services; Old Town Spring (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Spring, TX is seeking Fire Dispatcher opportunities. You will receive incident reports, verify locations, alert stations, dispatch apparatus, and monitor status using established response plans.

Fire dispatch roles may require overnight shifts, weekends, holidays, and overtime during major incidents. A high school diploma is commonly required; fire dispatch certification or EMS dispatch training may be needed for some postings.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED commonly required.
• Fire dispatch certification or EMS dispatch training may be required for some postings.
• Experience with computer systems and maps is often preferred.

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.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Fire dispatch certification

Emergency medical dispatch training

Incident-management coursework

Job description

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Spring, TX is seeking Fire Dispatcher opportunities. You will receive incident reports, verify locations, alert stations, dispatch apparatus, and monitor status using established response plans.

Fire dispatch roles may require overnight shifts, weekends, holidays, and overtime during major incidents. A high school diploma is commonly required; fire dispatch certification or EMS dispatch training may be needed for some postings.