Emergency Fire Dispatcher (24/7) - Critical Communications

Emergency Telecommunicator Services; Cortland (NE); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Retirement programs

Paid leave

Professional development

Job summary

The Cortland Fire Department is seeking skilled fire dispatchers to coordinate emergency responses in Cortland, NE. The role focuses on accurate data handling, radio communication, and timely incident reporting.

Applicants should have a high school diploma and may require fire or EMS dispatch training. Shift work, including nights and weekends, is common, with potential overtime during major incidents.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; some employers provide entry-level instruction.
• Fire dispatch certification or EMS dispatch training may be required for certain assignments.
• Comfort with computer systems, maps, and radio communication is essential.

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

Clear radio communication

Organized information handling

Data entry accuracy

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

The Cortland Fire Department is seeking skilled fire dispatchers to coordinate emergency responses in Cortland, NE. The role focuses on accurate data handling, radio communication, and timely incident reporting.

Applicants should have a high school diploma and may require fire or EMS dispatch training. Shift work, including nights and weekends, is common, with potential overtime during major incidents.