Emergency Fire Dispatcher - 24/7 Public Safety Ops

911 Emergency Communications; Branson (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Retirement programs

Paid leave

Job summary

911 Emergency Communications in Branson, MO seeks skilled Fire Dispatchers to coordinate emergency responses for fires, rescues, and hazardous situations. You will receive incident information, alert resources, and maintain clear radio communications during critical events.

The role emphasizes precise data handling, adherence to response plans, and effective coordination with authorized personnel across shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED commonly required.
• Fire dispatch certification or emergency management coursework may be required for certain assignments.
• Comfort with computer systems, 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.

Job description

911 Emergency Communications in Branson, MO seeks skilled Fire Dispatchers to coordinate emergency responses for fires, rescues, and hazardous situations. You will receive incident information, alert resources, and maintain clear radio communications during critical events.

The role emphasizes precise data handling, adherence to response plans, and effective coordination with authorized personnel across shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays.