Fire Dispatcher — 24/7 Critical Communications

911 Emergency Communications; Estelline Township (SD); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Retirement programs

Paid leave

Professional development

Job summary

911 Emergency Communications in Estelline, SD seeks Fire Dispatcher to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, hazards and other emergencies. The role requires precise information handling, clear radio communication, and adherence to established response plans while staying prepared for overnight and weekend shifts.

Responsibilities include receiving reports, verifying locations, alerting stations, monitoring status, relaying changing information, and coordinating with mutual aid when needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or recognized equivalency credential is commonly required.
• Fire dispatch certification or EMS/incident-management coursework may be required for some assignments.
• Comfort with computer systems, accurate data entry, 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.
• 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 equivalency

Job description

911 Emergency Communications in Estelline, SD seeks Fire Dispatcher to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, hazards and other emergencies. The role requires precise information handling, clear radio communication, and adherence to established response plans while staying prepared for overnight and weekend shifts.

Responsibilities include receiving reports, verifying locations, alerting stations, monitoring status, relaying changing information, and coordinating with mutual aid when needed.