Fire Dispatch Specialist - 24/7 Ops, Overtime & Training

Emergency Telecommunicator Services; Crocker (MO); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Crocker, MO seeks a Fire Dispatcher to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous conditions. The role requires precise data handling and clear radio communication with responding crews.

You will work with incident plans, monitor channels, and document dispatch times and unit status. Scheduling may include overnight shifts, weekends, and overtime to cover major incidents.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or recognized equivalency credential is commonly required.
• Fire dispatch certification or related training may be required for certain assignments.
• Comfort with computer systems, maps, and radio communication is expected.

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

Organized information handling

Clear radio communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Computer systems

Job description

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Crocker, MO seeks a Fire Dispatcher to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous conditions. The role requires precise data handling and clear radio communication with responding crews.

You will work with incident plans, monitor channels, and document dispatch times and unit status. Scheduling may include overnight shifts, weekends, and overtime to cover major incidents.