Fire Communications Dispatcher - 24/7 Shifts

County Emergency Communications; Tonasket (WA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance eligibility

Paid leave

Job summary

County Emergency Communications seeks experienced fire dispatchers to coordinate responses at Carlton, WA. Dispatchers manage incident information, alert resources, and maintain radio communication with responding crews to ensure rapid and safe operations.

Responsibilities include documenting incidents, verifying locations, coordinating with stations, and processing resource requests. Applicants typically hold a high school diploma and may need specialized fire dispatch or emergency medical

Qualifications

• High school diploma or recognized equivalency credential is commonly required.
• Fire dispatch certification or related training may be required for some 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

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

County Emergency Communications seeks experienced fire dispatchers to coordinate responses at Carlton, WA. Dispatchers manage incident information, alert resources, and maintain radio communication with responding crews to ensure rapid and safe operations.

Responsibilities include documenting incidents, verifying locations, coordinating with stations, and processing resource requests. Applicants typically hold a high school diploma and may need specialized fire dispatch or emergency medical