Emergency Fire Dispatcher: 24/7 Critical Communications

County Emergency Communications; South Sioux City (NE); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance

Retirement benefits

Paid leave

Professional development

Job summary

County Emergency Communications in South Sioux City, NE seeks a Fire Dispatcher to coordinate emergency responses, document incidents, and maintain communications with responding units. The role emphasizes accurate data entry, clear radio communication, and adherence to established response plans.

Responsibilities include verifying locations, alerting stations, monitoring channels, and coordinating mutual aid. Entry-level to experienced candidates with dispatch training are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required or equivalent.
• Fire dispatch certification or EMS dispatch training may be required for some assignments.
• Comfort with computer systems and data entry 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

Organizational skills

Clear radio communication

Data entry accuracy

Multitasking under pressure

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Radio communication systems

Job description

County Emergency Communications in South Sioux City, NE seeks a Fire Dispatcher to coordinate emergency responses, document incidents, and maintain communications with responding units. The role emphasizes accurate data entry, clear radio communication, and adherence to established response plans.

Responsibilities include verifying locations, alerting stations, monitoring channels, and coordinating mutual aid. Entry-level to experienced candidates with dispatch training are encouraged to apply.