Critical Fire Dispatcher: 24/7 Emergency Communications

County Emergency Communications; Nashwauk (MN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

County Emergency Communications seeks fire dispatchers in Nashwauk, MN to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous incidents. You will receive incident information, alert resources, and maintain communication with responding crews.

This role requires organized information handling, radio communication, and adherence to established response plans. Fire dispatch certification may be required for specific assignments and shifts can include overnight, weekends, and holidays.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent commonly required.
• Fire dispatch certification or emergency medical dispatch training may be required for some assignments.
• Comfortable with computer systems, maps, and radio communication.

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.
• Record dispatch times, unit movements, and significant incident updates.
• Coordinate mutual-aid communications when assigned.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

County Emergency Communications seeks fire dispatchers in Nashwauk, MN to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous incidents. You will receive incident information, alert resources, and maintain communication with responding crews.

This role requires organized information handling, radio communication, and adherence to established response plans. Fire dispatch certification may be required for specific assignments and shifts can include overnight, weekends, and holidays.