Fire Dispatcher: 24/7 Emergency Communications

911 Emergency Communications; Buffalo Gap (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Retirement programs

Paid leave

Job summary

911 Emergency Communications is seeking qualified candidates for Fire Dispatcher opportunities in Buffalo Gap, TX. The role involves receiving and documenting reports, confirming locations, alerting stations, and monitoring radio channels to coordinate responses.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalent, with possible fire dispatch or EMS training preferred. The position may require 24/7 shifts, including overnight, weekends, and holidays.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; dispatch training may be preferred.
• Strong communication and data-entry skills; comfort with computers and radios.

Responsibilities

• Receive and document reports of fires, rescues, alarms, and hazards.
• Verify incident locations, access information, and 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.

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Ability to work under pressure

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

911 Emergency Communications is seeking qualified candidates for Fire Dispatcher opportunities in Buffalo Gap, TX. The role involves receiving and documenting reports, confirming locations, alerting stations, and monitoring radio channels to coordinate responses.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalent, with possible fire dispatch or EMS training preferred. The position may require 24/7 shifts, including overnight, weekends, and holidays.