Fire Dispatch Specialist — 24/7 Emergency Communications

County Emergency Communications; Power (MT); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Retirement programs

Paid leave

Employee-support services

Professional development

Job summary

County Emergency Communications is seeking a qualified Fire Dispatcher to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous conditions from a Power, MT area operations center. The role emphasizes accurate information handling, clear radio communication, and adherence to established response plans while supporting on‑scene crews as incidents develop.

Responsibilities include receiving incident reports, verifying locations, alerting stations, and monitoring units and status.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or GED is commonly required.
• Fire dispatch certification or emergency medical dispatch training may be required for certain positions.

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.

Job description

County Emergency Communications is seeking a qualified Fire Dispatcher to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous conditions from a Power, MT area operations center. The role emphasizes accurate information handling, clear radio communication, and adherence to established response plans while supporting on‑scene crews as incidents develop.

Responsibilities include receiving incident reports, verifying locations, alerting stations, and monitoring units and status.