Fire Dispatch Specialist — 24/7 Emergency Response

Emergency Telecommunicator Services; Brazoria (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Retirement programs

Paid leave

Professional development

Job summary

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Brazoria, TX is seeking Fire Dispatchers to coordinate emergency responses, document incidents, and maintain clear radio communications. The role emphasizes meticulous data handling, adherence to response plans, and coordination with responding crews.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or equivalent, comfort with computer systems, and experience in data entry and radio operations.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or recognized equivalency credential is commonly required.
• Applicants should be comfortable with computer systems, accurate data entry, maps, and radio communication.
• Fire dispatch certification 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

Skills

Data entry

Radio communications

Computer systems

Maps

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Dispatch software

Job description

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Brazoria, TX is seeking Fire Dispatchers to coordinate emergency responses, document incidents, and maintain clear radio communications. The role emphasizes meticulous data handling, adherence to response plans, and coordination with responding crews.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or equivalent, comfort with computer systems, and experience in data entry and radio operations.