Fire Dispatch Specialist – Critical Incident Coordination

County Emergency Communications; Shevlin (MN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Retirement programs

Paid leave

Professional development

Job summary

County Emergency Communications in Minnesota seeks a skilled Fire Dispatcher to coordinate incidents, verify locations, and alert responding units. The role emphasizes calm radio communication, precise data entry, and strict adherence to procedures, with readiness for major incidents and shiftwork.

Applicants should be prepared for background checks and required training; certifications may be needed depending on assignment. This is a fast-paced, on-site posting in Shevlin, MN.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; specialized fire dispatch training valued.
• Comfort with computer systems, maps, data entry, and radio communication.
• Certification in fire dispatch or EMS dispatch may be required for some roles.

Responsibilities

• Receive and document reports of fires, rescues, alarms, and hazards
• Verify incident locations and access information
• Alert stations and dispatch apparatus using approved response assignments
• Monitor radio channels and unit availability
• Record dispatch times and incident updates
• Coordinate mutual-aid communications when assigned
• Process requests for additional resources through established procedures
• Relay information about occupants, hazards, and changing conditions

Skills

Data entry

Radio communication

Maps

Computer literacy

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

Fire dispatch / EMS dispatch training

Tools

Dispatch software

Radio systems

Job description

County Emergency Communications in Minnesota seeks a skilled Fire Dispatcher to coordinate incidents, verify locations, and alert responding units. The role emphasizes calm radio communication, precise data entry, and strict adherence to procedures, with readiness for major incidents and shiftwork.

Applicants should be prepared for background checks and required training; certifications may be needed depending on assignment. This is a fast-paced, on-site posting in Shevlin, MN.