Fire Dispatch Specialist – 24/7 Ops & Mutual Aid

County Emergency Communications; Ordway (CO); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Retirement programs

Paid leave

Professional development

Job summary

County Emergency Communications in Ordway, CO seeks a Fire Dispatcher to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous incidents. You will receive incident information, verify locations, alert resources, and monitor radio channels to keep responders informed.

The role emphasizes accurate data entry, clear radio communication, and adherence to established response plans. Evening and overnight shifts, plus on-call coverage, may be required in busy periods.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required or preferred.
• Ability to input data accurately and maintain records.
• Familiarity with radio communications and basic computer systems is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Receive and document reports of fires, rescues, alarms, and hazards.
• Verify incident locations and risk details for responders.
• Alert stations and dispatch units using approved assignments.
• Monitor radio channels and unit status during incidents.
• Record dispatch times and unit movements for post-incident review.

Skills

Communication

Data entry

Radio ops

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

County Emergency Communications in Ordway, CO seeks a Fire Dispatcher to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous incidents. You will receive incident information, verify locations, alert resources, and monitor radio channels to keep responders informed.

The role emphasizes accurate data entry, clear radio communication, and adherence to established response plans. Evening and overnight shifts, plus on-call coverage, may be required in busy periods.