Buffalo Fire Dispatcher - 24/7 Emergency Communications Pro

Emergency Telecommunicator Services; South Dakota; On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Buffalo, SD, is seeking Fire Dispatchers to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and other emergencies. You will receive incident information, confirm locations, alert units, and maintain radio contact with responding crews.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalent, be comfortable with computer systems, data entry, maps, and radio communications. Training and certifications in fire dispatch or EMS may be required for specific

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.
• 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

Job description

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Buffalo, SD, is seeking Fire Dispatchers to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and other emergencies. You will receive incident information, confirm locations, alert units, and maintain radio contact with responding crews.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalent, be comfortable with computer systems, data entry, maps, and radio communications. Training and certifications in fire dispatch or EMS may be required for specific