Fire Communications Dispatcher — 24/7 Critical Response

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

Job summary

County Emergency Communications in Romayor, TX, is seeking a Fire Dispatcher to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous conditions. You will receive incident information, alert resources, and maintain communications with responding crews at a high-volume dispatch center.

The role emphasizes organized information handling, clear radio communication, and adherence to established response plans. Some assignments may require extended hours, overtime, and shift work to support major

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

Radio communication

Data entry

Maps interpretation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

County Emergency Communications in Romayor, TX, is seeking a Fire Dispatcher to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous conditions. You will receive incident information, alert resources, and maintain communications with responding crews at a high-volume dispatch center.

The role emphasizes organized information handling, clear radio communication, and adherence to established response plans. Some assignments may require extended hours, overtime, and shift work to support major