24/7 Fire Dispatcher: Incident Coordination Expert

County Emergency Communications; Pawnee (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

County Emergency Communications in Pawnee, TX is seeking a Fire Dispatcher to coordinate responses, log incident details, and relay critical information to units.

This role requires strong radio discipline, data entry accuracy, and the ability to work flexible shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays, to ensure 24/7 coverage.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalent; fire dispatch certification or EMS training may be required for certain assignments.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or recognized equivalency credential is commonly required.
• Fire dispatch certification, emergency medical dispatch training, or incident-management coursework may be required for particular assignments.

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 GED

Job description

County Emergency Communications in Pawnee, TX is seeking a Fire Dispatcher to coordinate responses, log incident details, and relay critical information to units.

This role requires strong radio discipline, data entry accuracy, and the ability to work flexible shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays, to ensure 24/7 coverage.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalent; fire dispatch certification or EMS training may be required for certain assignments.