24/7 Fire Dispatcher — Critical Incident Communications

Emergency Telecommunicator Services; Remer (MN); On-site; USD 43,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Remer, MN seeks a dedicated Fire Dispatcher to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazards. You will receive incident information, alert resources, and maintain open communication with responding crews to ensure rapid, accurate action.

Role requires organized information handling, clear radio communication, and strict adherence to approved response plans. Training in fire communications and data entry is valued, with shifts including nights,

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or recognized equivalency credential is commonly required.
• Some employers provide entry-level instruction; others seek experienced dispatchers with fire communications training.
• Applicants 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

Skills

Radio communication

Data entry

Maps

Computer literacy

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Remer, MN seeks a dedicated Fire Dispatcher to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazards. You will receive incident information, alert resources, and maintain open communication with responding crews to ensure rapid, accurate action.

Role requires organized information handling, clear radio communication, and strict adherence to approved response plans. Training in fire communications and data entry is valued, with shifts including nights,