Critical Fire Dispatch Operator

County Emergency Communications; Silverton (CO); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

County Emergency Communications in Silverton, CO seeks a dedicated Fire Dispatcher to coordinate emergency responses and maintain radio communications with responding crews. The role involves documenting incidents, verifying locations, and dispatching appropriate resources per established procedures.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED; additional fire dispatch training or EMS dispatch coursework may be required for specific assignments.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Fire dispatch certification or related training may be required for certain assignments.

Responsibilities

• Receive and document reports of fires, rescues, alarms, and hazardous conditions.
• Verify incident locations and access information.
• 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 and unit movements.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

County Emergency Communications in Silverton, CO seeks a dedicated Fire Dispatcher to coordinate emergency responses and maintain radio communications with responding crews. The role involves documenting incidents, verifying locations, and dispatching appropriate resources per established procedures.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED; additional fire dispatch training or EMS dispatch coursework may be required for specific assignments.