Emergency Fire Dispatcher — 24/7 Communications

County Emergency Communications; Sisseton (SD); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Fire Dispatcher opportunities are available in Sisseton, South Dakota. Responsibilities include receiving incident reports, alerting resources, coordinating with responding units, and maintaining clear communication across teams.

The position may require night shifts, weekends, and holidays to support 24/7 emergency operations. Applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalent, be comfortable with computer systems and data entry, and may need fire dispatch or EMS training depending on

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.
• Applicants should be comfortable with computer systems, accurate data entry, maps, and radio communication. 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

Job description

Fire Dispatcher opportunities are available in Sisseton, South Dakota. Responsibilities include receiving incident reports, alerting resources, coordinating with responding units, and maintaining clear communication across teams.

The position may require night shifts, weekends, and holidays to support 24/7 emergency operations. Applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalent, be comfortable with computer systems and data entry, and may need fire dispatch or EMS training depending on