24/7 Fire Dispatcher: Critical Incident Communications

911 Emergency Communications; Big Arm (MT); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Retirement programs

Paid leave

Professional development

Job summary

911 Emergency Communications in Big Arm, MT seeks a Fire Dispatcher to coordinate emergency responses and maintain clear radio communications. The role handles incident details, location verification, and rapid dispatching of firefighting units.

Applicants typically have a high school diploma or GED, comfort with computer systems, maps, and radio tech; some positions require fire dispatch or EMS training. Scheduling may include nights and weekends.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is commonly required.
• Dispatch training or certification may be required for some positions.
• Comfort with computer systems and maps, and radio communication.

Responsibilities

• Receive and document reports of fires, rescues, alarms, and hazards.
• Verify incident locations and reported risks.
• Alert stations and dispatch units using approved assignments.
• Monitor radio channels, unit status, and incident updates.
• Record dispatch times and significant incident information.

Skills

Data entry

Clear radio communication

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Fire dispatch software

Radio equipment

Computer literacy

Job description

911 Emergency Communications in Big Arm, MT seeks a Fire Dispatcher to coordinate emergency responses and maintain clear radio communications. The role handles incident details, location verification, and rapid dispatching of firefighting units.

Applicants typically have a high school diploma or GED, comfort with computer systems, maps, and radio tech; some positions require fire dispatch or EMS training. Scheduling may include nights and weekends.