Fire Dispatch Specialist — 24/7 Emergency Communications

County Emergency Communications; Flatonia (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Retirement programs

Paid leave

Professional development

Job summary

County Emergency Communications in Flatonia, TX is seeking Fire Dispatchers to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous conditions. You will receive incident information, alert resources, and maintain communications with responding crews.

The role requires precise data handling, clear radio communication, and adherence to response plans. Candidates should be comfortable with computer systems, maps, and radio equipment; fire dispatch training may be required for certain assignments.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or GED is commonly required.
• Some employers require fire dispatch certification or EMD training.
• Experience with computer systems, maps, and radio communication is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Receive and document reports of fires, rescues, alarms, and hazards.
• Verify locations, access info, and reported risks.
• Alert stations and dispatch apparatus using approved assignments.
• Monitor radio channels, unit availability, and incident status.
• Coordinate mutual-aid communications when assigned.
• Record dispatch times and significant updates.

Skills

Information management

Radio communication

Incident coordination

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

Fire dispatch certification

EMD / dispatch training

Tools

Computer systems

Maps

Radio equipment

Job description

County Emergency Communications in Flatonia, TX is seeking Fire Dispatchers to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous conditions. You will receive incident information, alert resources, and maintain communications with responding crews.

The role requires precise data handling, clear radio communication, and adherence to response plans. Candidates should be comfortable with computer systems, maps, and radio equipment; fire dispatch training may be required for certain assignments.