Emergency Fire Dispatcher — 24/7 Incident Coordination

911 Emergency Communications; Cimarron (CO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Retirement programs

Paid leave

Employee-support services

Professional development

Job summary

911 Emergency Communications seeks qualified Fire Dispatchers to coordinate response activities for Cimarron, CO. You will manage incident reports, alert responders, and maintain radio communications in fast-paced environments.

The role requires strong data entry, location verification, and the ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays as needed. Training and certifications may be required depending on assignment and agency policy.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; some employers provide training.
• Fire dispatch certification or EMS dispatch training may be required for particular assignments.
• Comfort with computer systems, maps, and radio communication.

Responsibilities

• Receive and document reports of fires, rescues, alarms, and hazards.
• Verify incident locations and reported risks.
• Alert stations and dispatch apparatus using approved assignments.
• Monitor radio channels, unit status, and incident updates.
• Relay information about occupants, hazards, and changing conditions.
• Process resource requests through established procedures.
• Coordinate mutual-aid communications when assigned.
• Record dispatch times and unit movements.

Skills

Clear radio communication

Data entry accuracy

Organized information handling

Ability to work irregular hours

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Computer systems

Maps

Radio equipment

Job description

911 Emergency Communications seeks qualified Fire Dispatchers to coordinate response activities for Cimarron, CO. You will manage incident reports, alert responders, and maintain radio communications in fast-paced environments.

The role requires strong data entry, location verification, and the ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays as needed. Training and certifications may be required depending on assignment and agency policy.