Emergency Fire Communications Dispatcher

Emergency Telecommunicator Services; Purdy (MO); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Retirement programs

Paid leave

Employee-support services

Professional development

Job summary

Purdy, MO-based Fire Dispatcher opportunities are available with Emergency Telecommunicator Services. Dispatchers coordinate emergency responses, document incidents, and maintain critical communications with responding crews.

The role emphasizes accurate data handling, radio discipline, and adherence to incident plans, with potential shift work to cover all hours. Candidates should have a high school diploma, relevant certifications, and comfort with computer systems and maps.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or recognized equivalency credential is commonly required.
• Some employers provide entry-level instruction; others seek experienced dispatchers with fire communications training.
• Fire dispatch certification, emergency medical dispatch training, or incident-management coursework may be required for particular 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

Clear radio communication

Data entry accuracy

Maps familiarity

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Radio dispatch hardware

Computer systems

Job description

Purdy, MO-based Fire Dispatcher opportunities are available with Emergency Telecommunicator Services. Dispatchers coordinate emergency responses, document incidents, and maintain critical communications with responding crews.

The role emphasizes accurate data handling, radio discipline, and adherence to incident plans, with potential shift work to cover all hours. Candidates should have a high school diploma, relevant certifications, and comfort with computer systems and maps.