Fire Dispatch Specialist — Overtime Eligible

County Emergency Communications; Rowe (NM); On-site; USD 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Retirement programs

Paid leave

Professional development

Job summary

County Emergency Communications in Rowe, NM seeks Fire Dispatcher to coordinate fire service responses, relay information, and monitor status. The role requires precise data handling and strict radio discipline while following incident plans and directions from authorized personnel.

Applicants should be prepared for shifts that include nights, weekends, holidays, overtime, and additional coverage during major incidents. Training and development opportunities are available.

Qualifications

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

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.
• Record dispatch times, unit movements, and significant incident updates.

Job description

County Emergency Communications in Rowe, NM seeks Fire Dispatcher to coordinate fire service responses, relay information, and monitor status. The role requires precise data handling and strict radio discipline while following incident plans and directions from authorized personnel.

Applicants should be prepared for shifts that include nights, weekends, holidays, overtime, and additional coverage during major incidents. Training and development opportunities are available.