Fire Dispatcher

Emergency Telecommunicator Services; Rockport (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Retirement programs

Paid leave

Professional development

Job summary

Emergency Telecommunicator Services is seeking a dedicated Fire Dispatcher to support critical emergency communications in Rockport, TX. This role involves processing reports, verifying locations, and coordinating dispatch and mutual aid while maintaining accurate radio and data records.

You will work in a fast-paced environment with rotating shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays, and you must be comfortable with extensive radio traffic and continuous concentration.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or recognized equivalency credential is commonly required.
• Some employers provide entry-level instruction; others seek experienced dispatchers with fire communications training.
• Fire dispatch certification or related emergency services coursework may be required for some assignments.

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.

Skills

Data entry

Radio communication

Computer literacy

Maps reading

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Position Details

Duty Location:
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Employer:
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Application Deadline:
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Fire communications operations may require staffing at all hours. Work schedules can include overnight assignments, weekends, holidays, overtime, and additional coverage during major incidents.

What You May Do

• 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

Experience and Education Requirements

A high school diploma or recognized equivalency credential is commonly required. Some employers provide entry-level instruction; others seek experienced dispatchers with fire communications training.

Applicants should be comfortable with computer systems, accurate data entry, maps, and radio communication. Fire dispatch certification, emergency medical dispatch training, or incident-management coursework may be required for particular assignments.

General Conditions of Employment

• Meet the hiring agency’s eligibility and minimum age requirements


• Complete required background screening and employment assessments


• Pass additional pre-employment evaluations when specified


• Complete required fire dispatch training and supervised instruction


• Maintain certifications and continuing education required for the assignment


• Remain available for assigned shifts and emergency staffing requirements

Work Environment and Physical Requirements

Fire Dispatchers usually work indoors at communications workstations with continuous headset, keyboard, and screen use. Major incidents may involve heavy radio traffic and prolonged concentration. The employer determines essential functions and applicable accommodation procedures.

Benefits

• Eligible employees may have access to insurance coverage, retirement programs, paid leave, employee-support services, and professional development.


• Overtime, shift premiums, and other benefits depend on the hiring agency and position classification.