24/7 Fire Dispatcher: Rapid Response & Radio Ops

County Emergency Communications; Texas; On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

County Emergency Communications in San Augustine, TX seeks Fire Dispatcher personnel to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous incidents. The role requires accurate data handling, clear radio communication, and adherence to established response plans under supervision.

Applicants may need fire dispatch certification, EMS dispatch training, or incident-management coursework; some positions offer entry-level instruction while others require prior experience.

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.
• 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 equivalent

Fire dispatch certification / emergency medical dispatch training / incident-management coursework may be required

Job description

County Emergency Communications in San Augustine, TX seeks Fire Dispatcher personnel to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous incidents. The role requires accurate data handling, clear radio communication, and adherence to established response plans under supervision.

Applicants may need fire dispatch certification, EMS dispatch training, or incident-management coursework; some positions offer entry-level instruction while others require prior experience.