Dynamic Fire Dispatcher 24/7 Emergency Communications

County Emergency Communications; Blue Springs (MO); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Retirement programs

Paid leave

Job summary

County Emergency Communications in Blue Springs seeks skilled Fire Dispatchers to coordinate responses and maintain clear radio communication for fires, rescues, and hazardous conditions. You will relay critical data, verify locations, and alert responding units while following established procedures.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or equivalent, with opportunities for dispatch training and certifications depending on the assignment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent commonly required.
• Fire dispatch certification or emergency medical dispatch training may be required for some 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.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

County Emergency Communications in Blue Springs seeks skilled Fire Dispatchers to coordinate responses and maintain clear radio communication for fires, rescues, and hazardous conditions. You will relay critical data, verify locations, and alert responding units while following established procedures.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or equivalent, with opportunities for dispatch training and certifications depending on the assignment.