24/7 Fire Dispatcher - Emergency Communications Pro

911 Emergency Communications; Iowa; On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

911 Emergency Communications in Lucas, Iowa, seeks a Fire Dispatcher to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous conditions. You will receive incident information, alert resources, and maintain communication with responding crews.

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

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required
• Fire dispatch certification or related coursework may be required for some assignments
• Comfort with computer systems and data entry

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

Clear radio communication

Organizational skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

911 Emergency Communications in Lucas, Iowa, seeks a Fire Dispatcher to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous conditions. You will receive incident information, alert resources, and maintain communication with responding crews.

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