24/7 Fire Dispatcher — Critical Incident Communications

County Emergency Communications; Chamois (MO); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Retirement programs

Paid leave

Professional development

Job summary

County Emergency Communications in Chamois, MO is seeking Fire Dispatcher candidates to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous conditions. You will receive incident information, alert resources, and maintain radio communications with responding crews.

This role emphasizes organized information handling, accuracy in data entry, and adherence to established response plans. Fire dispatch training or EMS coursework may be required for specific postings within the agency.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or recognized equivalency credential is commonly required.
• Fire dispatch certification or emergency medical/disaster management coursework may be required for certain assignments.
• Candidates should be comfortable with computer systems, accurate data entry, maps and radio communication.

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 equivalent

Job description

County Emergency Communications in Chamois, MO is seeking Fire Dispatcher candidates to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous conditions. You will receive incident information, alert resources, and maintain radio communications with responding crews.

This role emphasizes organized information handling, accuracy in data entry, and adherence to established response plans. Fire dispatch training or EMS coursework may be required for specific postings within the agency.