Emergency Fire Dispatcher — Critical Communications Pro

County Emergency Communications; Bigfork (MT); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

County Emergency Communications in Bigfork, MT seeks a Fire Dispatcher to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and other emergencies. You will receive incident information, alert resources, and maintain clear radio communications.

This role requires organized information handling, attention to detail, and the ability to work under pressure, including overnight shifts and weekends when major incidents occur.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Strong typing and data-entry accuracy.
• Calm under pressure with clear communication.

Responsibilities

• Receive and document reports of fires, rescues, alarms, and hazards.
• Verify incident locations and access information.
• Alert stations and dispatch apparatus using approved assignments.
• Monitor radio channels and incident status.
• Record dispatch times and unit movements.
• Coordinate mutual-aid communications when needed.

Job description

County Emergency Communications in Bigfork, MT seeks a Fire Dispatcher to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and other emergencies. You will receive incident information, alert resources, and maintain clear radio communications.

This role requires organized information handling, attention to detail, and the ability to work under pressure, including overnight shifts and weekends when major incidents occur.