Fire Dispatch & Communications Specialist

County Emergency Communications; Richards (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Retirement programs

Paid leave

Professional development

Job summary

County Emergency Communications in Vernon, MI seeks Fire Dispatcher opportunities to coordinate emergency responses and maintain critical incident information. Dispatchers manage radio communications, verify locations, and alert stations with approved assignments.

The role emphasizes organized information handling, data accuracy, and adherence to response plans, with duties that include documenting incidents and coordinating mutual aid where needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Fire dispatch training may be preferred or required for some postings.
• Comfort with computer systems, 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

Clear radio communication

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Computer systems

Job description

County Emergency Communications in Vernon, MI seeks Fire Dispatcher opportunities to coordinate emergency responses and maintain critical incident information. Dispatchers manage radio communications, verify locations, and alert stations with approved assignments.

The role emphasizes organized information handling, data accuracy, and adherence to response plans, with duties that include documenting incidents and coordinating mutual aid where needed.