Emergency Fire Dispatcher — Critical Incident Coordination

County Emergency Communications; Montezuma (NM); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance

Retirement plan

Paid leave

Employee assistance

Professional development

Job summary

County Emergency Communications in Montezuma, NM seeks Fire Dispatcher to coordinate incident responses and maintain clear radio communications. Dispatchers receive reports, verify locations, alert units, and monitor status during emergencies.

The role requires accuracy with computer systems, data entry, maps, and radio procedures; relevant certifications may be required for certain assignments and overtime may be part of the schedule.

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.
• Applicants should be comfortable with computer systems, accurate data entry, maps, and radio communication. 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

Skills

Computer systems

Data entry

Maps

Radio communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

County Emergency Communications in Montezuma, NM seeks Fire Dispatcher to coordinate incident responses and maintain clear radio communications. Dispatchers receive reports, verify locations, alert units, and monitor status during emergencies.

The role requires accuracy with computer systems, data entry, maps, and radio procedures; relevant certifications may be required for certain assignments and overtime may be part of the schedule.