Fire Communications Dispatcher — 24/7 Emergency Response

County Emergency Communications; Melcher-Dallas (IA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

County Emergency Communications in Melcher Dallas, IA seeks a Fire Dispatcher to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, hazardous conditions and other emergencies. You will receive incident information, alert appropriate resources, and maintain radio communication with responding crews.

The role requires strong organization, precise data entry, maps and radio proficiency. Applicants should be prepared for shifts including overnights, weekends, holidays and overtime as needed to cover major

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or recognized equivalency credential is commonly required.
• Fire dispatch certification or related training may be required for some assignments.
• Applicants should be comfortable with computer systems, maps, and radio communication.

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

Organized information handling

Clear radio communication

Data entry accuracy

Map reading

Radio communication

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Computer systems

Job description

County Emergency Communications in Melcher Dallas, IA seeks a Fire Dispatcher to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, hazardous conditions and other emergencies. You will receive incident information, alert appropriate resources, and maintain radio communication with responding crews.

The role requires strong organization, precise data entry, maps and radio proficiency. Applicants should be prepared for shifts including overnights, weekends, holidays and overtime as needed to cover major