Fire Dispatch Operator — 24/7 Emergency Communications

911 Emergency Communications; Gering (NE); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Retirement programs

Paid leave

Job summary

911 Emergency Communications in Gering, NE seeks a Fire Dispatcher to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous conditions. The role emphasizes accurate data handling, clear radio communication, and adherence to established response plans.

Responsibilities include documenting reports, alerting resources, monitoring status, and coordinating mutual-aid under incident protocols. A high school diploma is typically required, with training in fire dispatch or EMS advantageous.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or recognized equivalency is commonly required.
• Fire dispatch certification or EMS dispatch 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

Skills

Clear radio communication

Organized information handling

Data entry

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Computer systems

Maps

Radio equipment

Job description

911 Emergency Communications in Gering, NE seeks a Fire Dispatcher to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous conditions. The role emphasizes accurate data handling, clear radio communication, and adherence to established response plans.

Responsibilities include documenting reports, alerting resources, monitoring status, and coordinating mutual-aid under incident protocols. A high school diploma is typically required, with training in fire dispatch or EMS advantageous.