Emergency Fire Dispatcher – 24/7 Critical Response Hub

County Emergency Communications; Washington; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Retirement programs

Paid leave

Professional development

Job summary

County Emergency Communications in Amanda Park, WA is seeking a Fire Dispatcher to join the on-site team. You will receive reports, verify locations, alert responding units, and monitor ongoing incidents using radio communications and computer systems.

The role emphasizes accurate data entry, adherence to established procedures, and coordination of mutual aid. Candidates should be prepared for variable schedules, including overnight, weekends, and holidays.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or recognized equivalency credential is commonly required.
• Fire dispatch certification, emergency medical dispatch training, 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

Radio communication

Accurate data entry

Maps

Computer systems

Education

High school diploma or equivalency

Job description

County Emergency Communications in Amanda Park, WA is seeking a Fire Dispatcher to join the on-site team. You will receive reports, verify locations, alert responding units, and monitor ongoing incidents using radio communications and computer systems.

The role emphasizes accurate data entry, adherence to established procedures, and coordination of mutual aid. Candidates should be prepared for variable schedules, including overnight, weekends, and holidays.