Emergency Fire Dispatcher — 24/7 Communications

911 Emergency Communications; Lindström (MN); On-site; USD 38,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

911 Emergency Communications in Lindstrom, MN is seeking qualified Fire Dispatchers to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous incidents. You will receive incident information, alert appropriate resources, and maintain continuous contact with responding crews.

The role requires organized information handling, precise data entry, and clear radio communication. Dispatchers work across shifts, including overnights, weekends, holidays, and may be required to cover major incidents.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED commonly required; some agencies provide entry-level instruction.
• Attention to detail with accurate data entry and maps; comfortable with computer systems.

Responsibilities

• Receive and document reports of fires, rescues, alarms, and hazardous conditions
• Verify incident locations 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

Radio communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

911 Emergency Communications in Lindstrom, MN is seeking qualified Fire Dispatchers to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous incidents. You will receive incident information, alert appropriate resources, and maintain continuous contact with responding crews.

The role requires organized information handling, precise data entry, and clear radio communication. Dispatchers work across shifts, including overnights, weekends, holidays, and may be required to cover major incidents.