Emergency Fire Dispatcher (24/7 Shifts)

County Emergency Communications; Auxvasse (MO); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

County Emergency Communications in Auxvasse, MO is seeking Fire Dispatcher professionals to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, hazardous conditions, and other emergencies. You will receive incident information, alert resources, and maintain communication with responding crews.

Applicants should be organized, with strong data handling and radio communication skills. Fire dispatch training or related coursework may be required for special assignments and varying shifts, including nights and

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

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Radio communication systems

Job description

County Emergency Communications in Auxvasse, MO is seeking Fire Dispatcher professionals to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, hazardous conditions, and other emergencies. You will receive incident information, alert resources, and maintain communication with responding crews.

Applicants should be organized, with strong data handling and radio communication skills. Fire dispatch training or related coursework may be required for special assignments and varying shifts, including nights and