Fire Dispatch Specialist - Critical 24/7 Communications

Emergency Telecommunicator Services; Summit (SD); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Retirement programs

Paid leave

Job summary

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Summit, SD seeks qualified fire dispatchers to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazards. The position emphasizes organized information handling, precise data entry, and adherence to established response plans.

Applicants should be prepared for rigorous radio communication tasks and 24/7 coverage as needed. Fire dispatch roles may include overnight shifts and weekends to support major incidents.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; fire dispatch training may be required for some assignments.

Responsibilities

• Receive and document reports of fires, rescues, alarms, and hazards
• 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

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Summit, SD seeks qualified fire dispatchers to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazards. The position emphasizes organized information handling, precise data entry, and adherence to established response plans.

Applicants should be prepared for rigorous radio communication tasks and 24/7 coverage as needed. Fire dispatch roles may include overnight shifts and weekends to support major incidents.