Emergency Fire Communications Dispatcher (24/7)

Emergency Telecommunicator Services; Dallas (OR); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Retirement programs

Paid leave

Professional development

Job summary

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Dallas, OR seeks experienced fire dispatchers to coordinate responses to fires and emergencies. You will receive incident information, document details, alert resources, and maintain clear radio communication with responding crews.

The role requires organized information handling, accuracy, and adherence to established response plans under supervision. Fire dispatch certification or related training may be required for specific assignments.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or recognized equivalency credential is commonly required.
• Some employers provide entry-level instruction or seek experienced dispatchers with fire communications training.

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 equivalency

Job description

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Dallas, OR seeks experienced fire dispatchers to coordinate responses to fires and emergencies. You will receive incident information, document details, alert resources, and maintain clear radio communication with responding crews.

The role requires organized information handling, accuracy, and adherence to established response plans under supervision. Fire dispatch certification or related training may be required for specific assignments.