Emergency Fire Dispatch Specialist (24/7)

County Emergency Communications; Corwith (IA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

County Emergency Communications in Corwith, IA seeks Fire Dispatcher opportunities to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and other emergencies. Dispatchers receive incident information, alert resources, and maintain communication with responding crews.

This role requires organized information handling, clear radio communication, and the ability to follow response plans and directions. Responsibilities include documenting reports, verifying locations, and coordinating mutual-aid during major

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience with radio communication and data entry.
• Ability to use computer systems accurately.

Responsibilities

• Receive and document reports of fires, rescues, alarms, and hazards.
• Verify incident locations and access information.
• Alert stations and dispatch apparatus per approved assignments.
• Monitor radio channels and incident status.
• Record dispatch times and unit movements.
• Coordinate mutual-aid communications when assigned.

Skills

Radio communication

Information management

Data entry

Computer literacy

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Radio dispatch software

Job description

County Emergency Communications in Corwith, IA seeks Fire Dispatcher opportunities to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and other emergencies. Dispatchers receive incident information, alert resources, and maintain communication with responding crews.

This role requires organized information handling, clear radio communication, and the ability to follow response plans and directions. Responsibilities include documenting reports, verifying locations, and coordinating mutual-aid during major