Emergency Fire Dispatcher — 24/7 Critical Communications

County Emergency Communications; Fort Stockton (TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

County Emergency Communications in Fort Stockton, TX, seeks qualified Fire Dispatchers to coordinate incident responses, verify locations, and maintain radio communications during emergencies. The role requires calm, accurate data handling and adherence to established response plans.

A high school diploma or equivalent is commonly required; some agencies provide entry-level instruction, and basic computer/map familiarity is helpful.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; fire dispatch training may be provided by some employers.

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

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

County Emergency Communications in Fort Stockton, TX, seeks qualified Fire Dispatchers to coordinate incident responses, verify locations, and maintain radio communications during emergencies. The role requires calm, accurate data handling and adherence to established response plans.

A high school diploma or equivalent is commonly required; some agencies provide entry-level instruction, and basic computer/map familiarity is helpful.