Fire Dispatch Specialist — 24/7 Emergency Communications

County Emergency Communications; Killduff (IA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

County Emergency Communications in Killduff, IA is seeking Fire Dispatcher opportunities. Dispatchers coordinate responses to fires, rescues, hazardous conditions, and other emergencies, receiving incident information, alerting resources, and maintaining communication with responding crews.

This role requires organized information handling and clear radio communication. Fire dispatch certification, EMS dispatch training, or incident-management coursework may be required for certain assignments,

Qualifications

• High school diploma or recognized equivalency credential.
• Some employers provide entry-level instruction; others seek experienced dispatchers with fire communications training.
• Fire dispatch certification, emergency medical dispatch training, or incident-management coursework may be required for particular 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

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

County Emergency Communications in Killduff, IA is seeking Fire Dispatcher opportunities. Dispatchers coordinate responses to fires, rescues, hazardous conditions, and other emergencies, receiving incident information, alerting resources, and maintaining communication with responding crews.

This role requires organized information handling and clear radio communication. Fire dispatch certification, EMS dispatch training, or incident-management coursework may be required for certain assignments,