Critical Fire Dispatcher – 24/7 Emergency Communications

Emergency Telecommunicator Services; Grand Marais (MN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Retirement programs

Paid leave

Overtime pay

Job summary

Emergency Telecommunicator Services seeks fire dispatchers to coordinate incident responses and manage critical information for fire services in Grand Marais, MN. You will receive reports, verify locations, alert stations, and monitor status to ensure timely responses.

The role requires comfort with computer systems and radio communication; related certifications may be required for specific assignments, and scheduling may demand flexible hours.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; some employers offer entry-level instruction.
• Comfort with computer systems, accurate data entry, maps, and radio communication.
• Fire dispatch certification or emergency medical dispatch training may be required for certain 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.

Skills

Data entry

Radio communication

Maps

Computer literacy

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Emergency Telecommunicator Services seeks fire dispatchers to coordinate incident responses and manage critical information for fire services in Grand Marais, MN. You will receive reports, verify locations, alert stations, and monitor status to ensure timely responses.

The role requires comfort with computer systems and radio communication; related certifications may be required for specific assignments, and scheduling may demand flexible hours.