Critical Fire Dispatcher — 24/7 Emergency Ops

Emergency Telecommunicator Services; Martinsburg (IA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Retirement programs

Paid leave

Job summary

Martinsburg Fire Department in Martinsburg, IA, is seeking qualified Fire Dispatchers to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous conditions. Responsibilities include documenting reports, verifying locations, alerting stations, and monitoring incident status.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalent; fire dispatch or EMT training may be required for certain assignments, with possible background checks and ongoing training.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or recognized equivalency credential commonly required.
• Fire dispatch certification or emergency medical dispatch training may be required for certain assignments.
• Comfort 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.

Job description

Martinsburg Fire Department in Martinsburg, IA, is seeking qualified Fire Dispatchers to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous conditions. Responsibilities include documenting reports, verifying locations, alerting stations, and monitoring incident status.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalent; fire dispatch or EMT training may be required for certain assignments, with possible background checks and ongoing training.