Emergency Fire Dispatcher — Critical Incident Communications

County Emergency Communications; Walterville (OR); On-site; USD 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Retirement programs

Paid leave

Professional development

Job summary

County Emergency Communications is seeking a Fire Dispatcher in Walterville, OR to coordinate emergency responses and manage critical incident information. The role focuses on accurate data entry, rapid radio communication, and adherence to established response plans.

The position may require shift work and staying ready for major incidents. Ideal candidates hold a high school diploma (or GED) and have experience with dispatch software, maps, and computer systems.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or recognized equivalency credential is commonly required.
• Some employers provide entry-level instruction; others seek experienced dispatchers with fire communications training.

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.

Skills

Radio communication

Data entry

Map reading

Computer skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Dispatch software

Job description

County Emergency Communications is seeking a Fire Dispatcher in Walterville, OR to coordinate emergency responses and manage critical incident information. The role focuses on accurate data entry, rapid radio communication, and adherence to established response plans.

The position may require shift work and staying ready for major incidents. Ideal candidates hold a high school diploma (or GED) and have experience with dispatch software, maps, and computer systems.