Emergency Fire Communications Specialist

911 Emergency Communications; Carrollton (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

911 Emergency Communications in Carrollton, TX seeks Fire Dispatcher to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous incidents. You will receive incident details, alert resources, and maintain radio communications with responding crews.

The role requires organized information handling, clear radio protocol, and adherence to response plans. Training and certifications may be required depending on assignment and agency policies.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; some agencies require fire dispatch training.
• Experience with computer systems and accurate data entry is preferred.
• Emergency communications training may be required for particular assignments.

Responsibilities

• Receive and document reports of fires, rescues, alarms, and hazards
• Verify incident locations and reported risks
• Alert stations and dispatch units using approved assignments
• Monitor radio channels and unit availability
• Relay information about occupants, hazards, and changing conditions
• Process requests for resources through established procedures
• Coordinate mutual-aid communications when assigned
• Record dispatch times and significant incident updates

Skills

Radio communication

Organizational skills

Data entry

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

911 Emergency Communications in Carrollton, TX seeks Fire Dispatcher to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous incidents. You will receive incident details, alert resources, and maintain radio communications with responding crews.

The role requires organized information handling, clear radio protocol, and adherence to response plans. Training and certifications may be required depending on assignment and agency policies.