Fire Dispatch Specialist — 24/7 Emergency Communications

911 Emergency Communications; Stratton (CO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

911 Emergency Communications in Stratton, CO seeks Fire Dispatcher personnel to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous conditions. You will receive incident information, alert resources, and maintain communications with responding crews.

The role emphasizes organized information handling, radio discipline, and adherence to established response plans under supervision. Applicants should be prepared for varied shifts, including nights and weekends.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or recognized equivalency credential commonly required.
• Some employers provide entry-level instruction; others seek experienced dispatchers with fire communications training.

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 Stratton, CO seeks Fire Dispatcher personnel to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous conditions. You will receive incident information, alert resources, and maintain communications with responding crews.

The role emphasizes organized information handling, radio discipline, and adherence to established response plans under supervision. Applicants should be prepared for varied shifts, including nights and weekends.