Critical Fire Communications Dispatcher

911 Emergency Communications; Fort Davis (TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Retirement programs

Paid leave

Professional development

Job summary

911 Emergency Communications in Fort Davis, TX seeks dedicated Fire Dispatchers to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and other emergencies handled by fire services.

This role emphasizes organized information handling and clear radio communication, with shifts that may include overnight assignments, weekends, holidays, and overtime during major incidents. A high school diploma is commonly required, with firefighting/dispatch training potentially offered by employers.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or recognized equivalency credential is commonly required.
• Fire dispatch certification or related coursework may be required for some 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

911 Emergency Communications in Fort Davis, TX seeks dedicated Fire Dispatchers to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and other emergencies handled by fire services.

This role emphasizes organized information handling and clear radio communication, with shifts that may include overnight assignments, weekends, holidays, and overtime during major incidents. A high school diploma is commonly required, with firefighting/dispatch training potentially offered by employers.