Fire Communications Dispatcher - 24/7 Emergency Response

County Emergency Communications; Pettibone (ND); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

County Emergency Communications in Pettibone, ND coordinates fire dispatch operations and manages incident information, alerting appropriate resources, and maintaining communications with responding crews.

Dispatch roles require attention to detail, strong radio communication skills, and the ability to follow established response plans under varying conditions. Training in fire dispatch and related certifications may be required for specific assignments.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or recognized equivalency credential commonly required.
• Some employers provide entry-level instruction; others seek experienced dispatchers with fire communications training.
• 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

Clear radio communication

Organized information handling

Calm under pressure

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Maps

Computer systems

Data entry

Job description

County Emergency Communications in Pettibone, ND coordinates fire dispatch operations and manages incident information, alerting appropriate resources, and maintaining communications with responding crews.

Dispatch roles require attention to detail, strong radio communication skills, and the ability to follow established response plans under varying conditions. Training in fire dispatch and related certifications may be required for specific assignments.