Emergency Fire Dispatcher 24/7 Crisis Communications

County Emergency Communications; Hamilton (CO); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

County Emergency Communications seeks a Fire Dispatcher to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous conditions. You will receive incident details, alert resources, and maintain lines of communication with responding crews.

The role requires accuracy, radio discipline, and the ability to follow established incident response plans. Working hours may include overnight shifts and weekends depending on incident demand.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; some employers provide entry-level instruction.
• Strong data handling and radio communications skills preferred.
• Ability to work under pressure and follow established procedures.

Responsibilities

• Receive and document reports of fires, rescues, alarms, and hazards.
• Verify incident locations, access information, and reported risks.
• Alert stations and dispatch apparatus using approved 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 incident updates.

Skills

Organized information

Clear radio communication

Data entry accuracy

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Dispatch software

Radio equipment

Job description

County Emergency Communications seeks a Fire Dispatcher to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous conditions. You will receive incident details, alert resources, and maintain lines of communication with responding crews.

The role requires accuracy, radio discipline, and the ability to follow established incident response plans. Working hours may include overnight shifts and weekends depending on incident demand.