Fire Dispatch Specialist – 24/7 Emergency Communications

Emergency Telecommunicator Services; Hoisington (KS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Retirement programs

Paid leave

Job summary

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Hoisington, KS, seeks a dedicated Fire Dispatcher to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous situations. You will receive incident details, alert responding crews, and maintain communications with units on scene.

The role requires accuracy in data entry, strong radio discipline, and adherence to established response plans. Fire dispatch experience or related training may be required for select assignments.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is commonly required; some employers provide entry-level instruction.
• Fire dispatch certification or emergency medical dispatch training may be required for particular assignments.
• Applicants should be comfortable 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

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Computer systems

Maps

Radio communication

Job description

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Hoisington, KS, seeks a dedicated Fire Dispatcher to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous situations. You will receive incident details, alert responding crews, and maintain communications with units on scene.

The role requires accuracy in data entry, strong radio discipline, and adherence to established response plans. Fire dispatch experience or related training may be required for select assignments.