Fire Communications Dispatcher - 24/7 Shifts & Critical Alarms

County Emergency Communications; Okeene (OK); On-site; USD 32,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Retirement programs

Paid leave

Employee-support services

Professional development

Job summary

County Emergency Communications is seeking a dispatcher to receive and document reports, verify locations, alert stations, and monitor incident status. The role involves coordinating resources and maintaining accurate records for fire and emergency events.

Candidates should have a high school diploma (or GED). Some positions may require fire dispatch or EMS training. Strong computer and data-entry skills, plus map reading, are essential for success.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or recognized equivalency credential is commonly required.
• Applicants should be comfortable with computer systems, accurate data entry, maps, and radio communication.
• 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

Computer systems

Accurate data entry

Maps

Radio communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Fire dispatch certification (optional)

Job description

County Emergency Communications is seeking a dispatcher to receive and document reports, verify locations, alert stations, and monitor incident status. The role involves coordinating resources and maintaining accurate records for fire and emergency events.

Candidates should have a high school diploma (or GED). Some positions may require fire dispatch or EMS training. Strong computer and data-entry skills, plus map reading, are essential for success.