Fire Communications Dispatcher — 24/7 Emergency Response

Emergency Telecommunicator Services; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Raytown, MO seeks fire dispatchers to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazards. You will receive incident data, alert resources, and maintain communication with responding crews.

Role emphasizes organized information handling, clear radio communication, and adherence to established response plans. Dispatchers may work shifts including overnight, weekends, and holidays to cover major incidents.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; some employers provide entry-level instruction.
• Comfort with computer systems, accurate data entry, maps, and radio communication.
• Fire dispatch certification or EMS dispatch training may be required for certain assignments.

Responsibilities

• Receive and document reports of fires, rescues, alarms, and hazards.
• Verify incident locations and access information.
• Alert stations and dispatch apparatus with approved assignments.
• Monitor radio channels, unit status, and incident updates.
• Relay information about occupants, hazards, and changing conditions.
• Coordinate mutual-aid communications when assigned.

Skills

Radio communication

Data entry

Maps

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Fire dispatch certification

Emergency medical dispatch training

Job description

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Raytown, MO seeks fire dispatchers to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazards. You will receive incident data, alert resources, and maintain communication with responding crews.

Role emphasizes organized information handling, clear radio communication, and adherence to established response plans. Dispatchers may work shifts including overnight, weekends, and holidays to cover major incidents.