Emergency Fire Dispatcher: Critical Incident Coordinator

County Emergency Communications; Lone Star (TX); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

County Emergency Communications in Star, TX seeks Fire Dispatcher to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazards. You will receive incident information, alert units, and maintain radio communications.

Candidates should have a high school diploma, comfort with computer systems, maps, and radio operations. Roles may require varied shifts, overtime, and adherence to agency plans.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; some agencies provide entry-level instruction.
• Comfort with computer systems, maps, and radio communication; dispatch certification may be required for some assignments.

Responsibilities

• Receive and document reports of fires, rescues, alarms, and hazards.
• Verify incident locations and risks; update records accurately.
• 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 per procedures.
• Coordinate mutual-aid communications when assigned.
• Record dispatch times and significant incident updates.

Skills

Clear communication

Computer literacy

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Radio equipment

Computer systems

Online maps

Job description

County Emergency Communications in Star, TX seeks Fire Dispatcher to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazards. You will receive incident information, alert units, and maintain radio communications.

Candidates should have a high school diploma, comfort with computer systems, maps, and radio operations. Roles may require varied shifts, overtime, and adherence to agency plans.