Elite Fire Dispatcher: Critical Incident Coordination

County Emergency Communications; Centerville (KS); On-site; USD 44,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

County Emergency Communications in Centerville, KS seeks proactive Fire Dispatchers to coordinate responses for fires, rescues and hazardous conditions. You will handle incident information, alert resources, and maintain clear radio communication with responding crews.

Positions may require overnight shifts, weekends, holidays, and overtime to cover major incidents. A high school diploma or GED is commonly required, with dispatch certification or EMS coursework advantageous.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; training may be provided by employers.
• Ability to operate computer systems, maps, and radio communication equipment.

Responsibilities

• Receive and document reports of fires, rescues, alarms, and hazards.
• Verify incident locations and risks.
• Alert stations and dispatch apparatus using approved assignments.
• Monitor radio channels and unit availability.
• Relay information about occupants, hazards, and changing conditions.
• Coordinate mutual-aid communications when needed.

Skills

Fire dispatch

Radio communication

Data entry

Incident coordination

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

CAD system

Job description

County Emergency Communications in Centerville, KS seeks proactive Fire Dispatchers to coordinate responses for fires, rescues and hazardous conditions. You will handle incident information, alert resources, and maintain clear radio communication with responding crews.

Positions may require overnight shifts, weekends, holidays, and overtime to cover major incidents. A high school diploma or GED is commonly required, with dispatch certification or EMS coursework advantageous.