Fire Dispatcher — 24/7 Emergency Communications

Emergency Telecommunicator Services; Campbell (MO); On-site; USD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance options

Retirement programs

Paid leave

Professional development

Job summary

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Campbell, MO seeks a Fire Dispatcher to coordinate fire service responses, verify locations, alert units, and monitor incidents from a centralized communications desk.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or GED, are comfortable with computer systems and maps, and can work rotating shifts including overnights. Training and certifications may be required by some agencies.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required or equivalent.
• Fire dispatch training or EMS dispatch experience preferred.
• Strong communication and data-entry accuracy.
• Ability to work shifts, including nights and weekends.

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.

Skills

Attention to detail

Calm under pressure

Clear radio communication

Data entry

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Computer systems

Maps

Radio equipment

Job description

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Campbell, MO seeks a Fire Dispatcher to coordinate fire service responses, verify locations, alert units, and monitor incidents from a centralized communications desk.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or GED, are comfortable with computer systems and maps, and can work rotating shifts including overnights. Training and certifications may be required by some agencies.