Fire Communications Dispatcher - Critical 24/7 Ops

Emergency Telecommunicator Services; Orofino (ID); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Retirement programs

Paid leave

Professional development

Job summary

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Orofino, ID, is seeking Fire Dispatcher to coordinate emergency responses and maintain critical communications. You will receive incident details, verify locations, alert resources, and track unit statuses to ensure timely responses.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED, strong radio and computer skills, and the ability to perform under pressure, including overnight shifts and weekend coverage during major incidents.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience with dispatch software preferred.
• Ability to operate under stress and maintain accuracy in fast-paced environments.

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

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Orofino, ID, is seeking Fire Dispatcher to coordinate emergency responses and maintain critical communications. You will receive incident details, verify locations, alert resources, and track unit statuses to ensure timely responses.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED, strong radio and computer skills, and the ability to perform under pressure, including overnight shifts and weekend coverage during major incidents.