Fire Dispatcher: 24/7 Critical Communications & Growth

911 Emergency Communications; Clifton (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

911 Emergency Communications is seeking skilled fire dispatchers to coordinate responses for fires, rescues, and hazardous conditions at Walnut Springs, TX. You will handle incident details, verify locations, and alert units with approved assignments while maintaining clear radio communication.

The role requires data entry accuracy, strong multitasking, and familiarity with dispatch software. Some positions may require fire dispatch or EMS training and ongoing certification.

Qualifications

• A High School diploma or equivalent is required.
• Some employers offer entry-level instruction in dispatching.
• Comfort with computers, maps, and radio communication is expected.
• Specific fire dispatch or EMS training may be required for certain assignments.

Responsibilities

• Receive and document reports of fires, rescues, alarms, and hazards.
• Verify incident locations and access information.
• Alert stations and dispatch appropriate apparatus.
• Monitor radio channels, unit status, and incident progress.
• Relay occupant details and changing conditions to responders.
• Process requests for additional resources through procedures.
• Coordinate mutual-aid communications when assigned.
• Record dispatch times, unit movements, and updates.

Skills

Radio communication

Data entry

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Dispatch software

Maps

Computer systems

Job description

911 Emergency Communications is seeking skilled fire dispatchers to coordinate responses for fires, rescues, and hazardous conditions at Walnut Springs, TX. You will handle incident details, verify locations, and alert units with approved assignments while maintaining clear radio communication.

The role requires data entry accuracy, strong multitasking, and familiarity with dispatch software. Some positions may require fire dispatch or EMS training and ongoing certification.