Fire Dispatch Specialist – 24/7 Incident Response

Emergency Telecommunicator Services; Emerson Precinct (NE); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Retirement programs

Paid leave

Job summary

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Emerson, NE, is seeking Fire Dispatchers to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous incidents. You will receive incident details, alert appropriate resources, and maintain clear radio communications with responding crews.

The role involves working with computer systems, maps, and radio equipment, and requires the ability to document reports accurately while following established response plans.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; some agencies offer entry-level instruction.
• Fire dispatch training or related coursework may be required for specialized roles.
• Ability to work with computer systems and maps; strong radio communication skills.

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

Radio communication

Data entry

Incident coordination

Maps reading

Record keeping

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Computer systems

Maps

Radio equipment

Job description

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Emerson, NE, is seeking Fire Dispatchers to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous incidents. You will receive incident details, alert appropriate resources, and maintain clear radio communications with responding crews.

The role involves working with computer systems, maps, and radio equipment, and requires the ability to document reports accurately while following established response plans.