Emergency Fire Dispatcher - 24/7 Communications Pro

Emergency Telecommunicator Services; Murdock (KS); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Murdock, KS, seeks a dedicated Fire Dispatcher to coordinate emergency responses and maintain critical communications. The role requires precise data entry, effective radio coordination, and adherence to incident response plans across shifts.

Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma or GED, comfort with computer systems, and training in fire dispatch, EMS dispatch, or incident management.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or recognized equivalency credential is commonly required.
• Applicants should be comfortable with computer systems, accurate data entry, maps, and radio communication.

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

Skills

Radio communication

Attention to detail

Record keeping

Time management

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Computer systems

Maps

Radio equipment

Job description

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Murdock, KS, seeks a dedicated Fire Dispatcher to coordinate emergency responses and maintain critical communications. The role requires precise data entry, effective radio coordination, and adherence to incident response plans across shifts.

Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma or GED, comfort with computer systems, and training in fire dispatch, EMS dispatch, or incident management.