Emergency Fire Dispatcher — 24/7 Shift Support

911 Emergency Communications; La Grande (OR); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance

Retirement plan

Paid leave

Professional development

Job summary

911 Emergency Communications seeks qualified fire dispatchers for positions in La Grande, Oregon. Responsibilities include receiving reports, verifying locations, and coordinating dispatch of units in response to fires and other emergencies.

The role requires clear radio communication, accurate data entry, and the ability to work within established response plans. Applicants should be able to handle potentially extended shifts during major incidents and weather-related emergencies.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Fire dispatch certification or EM dispatch training may be required for particular assignments.
• Experience with computer systems, maps, and radio communications is beneficial.

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

Clear radio communication

Attention to detail

Calm under pressure

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Computer systems

Maps

Radio equipment

Job description

911 Emergency Communications seeks qualified fire dispatchers for positions in La Grande, Oregon. Responsibilities include receiving reports, verifying locations, and coordinating dispatch of units in response to fires and other emergencies.

The role requires clear radio communication, accurate data entry, and the ability to work within established response plans. Applicants should be able to handle potentially extended shifts during major incidents and weather-related emergencies.