Critical Fire Dispatcher: 24/7 Emergency Communications

911 Emergency Communications; Farmington (MO); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

911 Emergency Communications in Farmington, MO seeks a dedicated Fire Dispatcher to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous conditions. You will receive incident information, alert appropriate resources, and maintain radio communication with responding crews.

The role requires meticulous data handling, clear communication, and adherence to established response plans. Fire dispatch certification or EMS dispatch training may be required for certain assignments, with schedules

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or recognized equivalency credential is commonly required.
• Fire dispatch certification, emergency medical dispatch training, or incident-management coursework may be required for particular assignments.
• Some employers provide entry-level instruction; others seek experienced dispatchers with fire communications training.

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 Farmington, MO seeks a dedicated Fire Dispatcher to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous conditions. You will receive incident information, alert appropriate resources, and maintain radio communication with responding crews.

The role requires meticulous data handling, clear communication, and adherence to established response plans. Fire dispatch certification or EMS dispatch training may be required for certain assignments, with schedules