Emergency Fire Dispatcher: Fast-Paced Communications

County Emergency Communications; East Prairie (MO); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime

Shift premiums

Job summary

County Emergency Communications seeks Fire Dispatcher opportunities in East Prairie, Missouri. Dispatchers coordinate responses to fires and emergencies, receive incident details, and maintain communication with responding crews.

The role requires precision, quick decision making, and adherence to established response plans. Responsibilities include verifying locations, alerting units, and managing information flow across radio channels.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience with dispatch or radio comms is a plus.
• Ability to manage data accurately and securely.

Responsibilities

• Receive and document reports of fires, rescues, alarms, and hazards.
• Verify incident locations and reported risks before dispatch.
• Alert stations and dispatch units using approved plans.
• Monitor radio channels and unit status during incidents.
• Record dispatch times and major updates for after-action review.

Skills

Clear radio comms

Organized information handling

Attention to detail

Multitasking under pressure

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Radio dispatch software

Computer terminals

Maps and GPS tools

Job description

County Emergency Communications seeks Fire Dispatcher opportunities in East Prairie, Missouri. Dispatchers coordinate responses to fires and emergencies, receive incident details, and maintain communication with responding crews.

The role requires precision, quick decision making, and adherence to established response plans. Responsibilities include verifying locations, alerting units, and managing information flow across radio channels.