Fire Communications Dispatcher — 24/7 Emergency Response

911 Emergency Communications; Yoder (KS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The 911 Emergency Communications in Yoder, KS is seeking Fire Dispatchers to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, hazardous conditions, and other emergencies handled by local fire services. You will receive incident information, verify locations, alert stations and dispatch apparatus, and maintain radio communications with responding crews.

The role may involve overnight shifts, weekends, holidays, overtime, and additional coverage during major incidents, with emphasis on accuracy, calmness

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.

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

Computer literacy

Maps

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

The 911 Emergency Communications in Yoder, KS is seeking Fire Dispatchers to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, hazardous conditions, and other emergencies handled by local fire services. You will receive incident information, verify locations, alert stations and dispatch apparatus, and maintain radio communications with responding crews.

The role may involve overnight shifts, weekends, holidays, overtime, and additional coverage during major incidents, with emphasis on accuracy, calmness