Fire Dispatch Specialist – 24/7 Emergency Communications

911 Emergency Communications; Olton (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

911 Emergency Communications in Olton, TX, is seeking qualified Fire Dispatchers to coordinate emergency responses. The role involves receiving incident reports, verifying locations, and relaying instructions to responding units, while maintaining clear radio communication and documentation.

Dispatchers may work varied shifts, including overnights, weekends, and holidays, with some assignments requiring fire dispatch training or EMS dispatch credentials.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent commonly required.
• Demonstrated ability to handle information accurately and calmly under pressure.
• Fire dispatch certification or emergency medical dispatch training may be required for certain 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

911 Emergency Communications in Olton, TX, is seeking qualified Fire Dispatchers to coordinate emergency responses. The role involves receiving incident reports, verifying locations, and relaying instructions to responding units, while maintaining clear radio communication and documentation.

Dispatchers may work varied shifts, including overnights, weekends, and holidays, with some assignments requiring fire dispatch training or EMS dispatch credentials.