Emergency Fire Dispatcher - 24/7 Critical Response

Emergency Telecommunicator Services; Bullhead (SD); On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Bullhead, SD is seeking a Fire Dispatcher to coordinate emergency responses and maintain clear radio communications. You will receive incident reports, verify locations, alert stations, and track unit status in a fast-paced environment.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalent; dispatch training or certification may be required for certain assignments. Flexibility for all shifts and overtime is common in this role.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or recognized equivalency credential is commonly required.
• Fire dispatch certification or emergency medical dispatch training may be required for particular assignments.
• Comfort with computer systems, accurate data entry, maps, and radio communication.

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

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Computer systems

Job description

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Bullhead, SD is seeking a Fire Dispatcher to coordinate emergency responses and maintain clear radio communications. You will receive incident reports, verify locations, alert stations, and track unit status in a fast-paced environment.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalent; dispatch training or certification may be required for certain assignments. Flexibility for all shifts and overtime is common in this role.