Critical Fire Communications Dispatcher

Emergency Telecommunicator Services; Somerset (CO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Retirement programs

Paid leave

Employee support services

Professional development

Job summary

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Somerset, CO, is seeking a Fire Dispatcher to coordinate emergency responses, alert resources, and maintain clear radio communication with responding crews. The role requires meticulous information handling and adherence to established response plans under supervision.

Responsibilities include receiving reports, verifying locations, issuing dispatches, monitoring statuses, and coordinating mutual-aid when needed.

Qualifications

• 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.

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

Data entry

Radio communication

Maps

Computer systems

Education

High school diploma/ GED

Job description

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Somerset, CO, is seeking a Fire Dispatcher to coordinate emergency responses, alert resources, and maintain clear radio communication with responding crews. The role requires meticulous information handling and adherence to established response plans under supervision.

Responsibilities include receiving reports, verifying locations, issuing dispatches, monitoring statuses, and coordinating mutual-aid when needed.