Fire Dispatch Operator - Critical Emergency Communications

911 Emergency Communications; Drummond (OK); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Retirement programs

Paid leave

Job summary

911 Emergency Communications in Drummond, OK seeks a Fire Dispatcher to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous conditions. You will receive incident information, alert appropriate resources, and maintain clear radios communications to ensure rapid, accurate responses.

The role requires organized information handling, attention to detail, and the ability to operate during varied shifts, including overnights and weekends in a high-demand environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; some agencies offer entry-level instruction.
• Fire dispatching training or related coursework may be required for certain assignments.
• Comfort with computer systems, maps, and radio communications.

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 communication

Organizational skills

Accurate data entry

Radio discipline

Education

High school diploma

Tools

CAD/dispatch software

Radio equipment

Job description

911 Emergency Communications in Drummond, OK seeks a Fire Dispatcher to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous conditions. You will receive incident information, alert appropriate resources, and maintain clear radios communications to ensure rapid, accurate responses.

The role requires organized information handling, attention to detail, and the ability to operate during varied shifts, including overnights and weekends in a high-demand environment.