Emergency Fire Dispatcher: 24/7 Critical Communications

County Emergency Communications; Fentress (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

County Emergency Communications in Fentress, TX is seeking Fire Dispatcher opportunities to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, hazards, and other emergencies. Dispatchers handle incident information, alert resources, maintain radio communications, and follow established plans.

This role may require shift work including nights and weekends to ensure 24/7 coverage and readiness for major incidents.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; some agencies provide entry-level training.
• Familiarity with computer systems, maps, and radio communication.
• Fire dispatch certification 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

Skills

Clear radio communication

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Computer systems

Maps

Job description

County Emergency Communications in Fentress, TX is seeking Fire Dispatcher opportunities to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, hazards, and other emergencies. Dispatchers handle incident information, alert resources, maintain radio communications, and follow established plans.

This role may require shift work including nights and weekends to ensure 24/7 coverage and readiness for major incidents.