Fire Dispatcher — 24/7 Communications & Incident Support

Emergency Telecommunicator Services; Orr (MN); On-site; USD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Retirement programs

Paid leave

Professional development

Job summary

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Orr, MN is seeking Fire Dispatchers to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous conditions. You will receive incident information, alert resources, and maintain communication with responding crews.

The role requires accurate data entry, maps, radio communication, and comfort with computer systems. A high school diploma or GED is required, with flexibility for overnight and weekend shifts.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; some employers provide instruction.
• Comfort with computer systems, data entry, maps, and radio communication.
• Fire dispatch certification or related coursework may be required for some roles.

Responsibilities

• Receive and document reports of fires, rescues, alarms, and hazards.
• Verify incident locations and access information for responders.
• Alert stations and dispatch apparatus using approved assignments.
• Monitor radio channels and incident status; relay critical updates.
• Record dispatch times and unit movements; coordinate mutual aid when needed.

Skills

Communication skills

Radio communication

Attention to detail

Data entry

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Computer systems

Maps

Job description

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Orr, MN is seeking Fire Dispatchers to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous conditions. You will receive incident information, alert resources, and maintain communication with responding crews.

The role requires accurate data entry, maps, radio communication, and comfort with computer systems. A high school diploma or GED is required, with flexibility for overnight and weekend shifts.