24/7 Fire Dispatcher & Communications Specialist

Emergency Telecommunicator Services; Humboldt (MN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Retirement programs

Paid leave

Job summary

Fire Dispatchers in Humboldt coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous conditions. They receive incident information, alert resources, and maintain radio communication with responding crews.

This role requires organized information handling, clear radio communication, and adherence to established response plans. Fire dispatch certification or EMS training may be required for certain assignments.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Fire dispatch certification or EMS dispatch training may be required for certain assignments.
• Experience with computer systems, data entry, maps, and radio communication helpful.

Responsibilities

• Receive and document reports of fires, rescues, alarms, and hazards.
• Verify incident locations and reported risks.
• Alert stations and dispatch apparatus using approved response assignments.
• Monitor radio channels, unit availability, and incident status.
• Relay information about occupants and changing conditions.
• Record dispatch times and unit movements.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Radio communication

Data entry

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Fire Dispatchers in Humboldt coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous conditions. They receive incident information, alert resources, and maintain radio communication with responding crews.

This role requires organized information handling, clear radio communication, and adherence to established response plans. Fire dispatch certification or EMS training may be required for certain assignments.