Fire Dispatch Specialist — 24/7 Emergency Ops

County Emergency Communications; Chadwick (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

County Emergency Communications in Chadwick, MO seeks a skilled Fire Dispatcher to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous conditions. You will receive incident information, alert resources, and maintain contact with responding crews.

This role requires organized information handling, clear radio communication, and adherence to established response plans. Night shifts, weekends, and holidays may be required to ensure round-the-clock coverage.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or recognized equivalency credential is commonly required.
• Some employers provide entry-level instruction; others seek experienced dispatchers with fire communications training.
• Applicants should be comfortable with computer systems, accurate data entry, 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

Job description

County Emergency Communications in Chadwick, MO seeks a skilled Fire Dispatcher to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous conditions. You will receive incident information, alert resources, and maintain contact with responding crews.

This role requires organized information handling, clear radio communication, and adherence to established response plans. Night shifts, weekends, and holidays may be required to ensure round-the-clock coverage.