Emergency Fire Dispatcher (24/7 Shifts)

County Emergency Communications; Sycamore (KS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Retirement programs

Paid leave

Job summary

County Emergency Communications in Sycamore, KS seeks skilled Fire Dispatcher to coordinate emergency responses, document incidents, and maintain situational awareness across responding units.

Responsibilities include receiving reports, verifying locations, activating appropriate resources, and maintaining clear radio communication under pressure. A HS diploma with dispatch training is required; EMT/dispatch certifications may be needed for certain postings.

Qualifications

• Candidate has a high school diploma or GED with dispatch training.
• Experience with radio communications and incident documentation is preferred.
• Certification in fire dispatch or EMS dispatch may be required for some roles.

Responsibilities

• Receive and document reports of fires, rescues, alarms, and hazards.
• Verify incident locations and access information accurately.
• Alert stations and dispatch units using approved assignments.
• Monitor radio channels, unit status, and incident progression.
• Relay information on occupants, hazards, and changing conditions.
• Process requests for additional resources through established procedures.
• Coordinate mutual-aid communications when assigned.

Skills

Clear radio communication

Organized information handling

Data entry

Education

High school diploma or GED

Fire dispatch training

Emergency medical dispatch training

Tools

Dispatch software

Radio communication equipment

Maps / GIS basics

Job description

County Emergency Communications in Sycamore, KS seeks skilled Fire Dispatcher to coordinate emergency responses, document incidents, and maintain situational awareness across responding units.

Responsibilities include receiving reports, verifying locations, activating appropriate resources, and maintaining clear radio communication under pressure. A HS diploma with dispatch training is required; EMT/dispatch certifications may be needed for certain postings.