Fire Dispatcher — 24/7 Emergency Communications

County Emergency Communications; Donnelly (MN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Retirement programs

Paid leave

Professional development

Job summary

County Emergency Communications seeks qualified fire dispatchers to coordinate emergency responses in Donnelly, MN. The role emphasizes precise data handling, rapid radio communication, and adherence to established response plans.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalent, with some employers preferring fire communications training or EMS dispatch certification for specialized assignments. Shifts may include nights, weekends, overtime, and holidays.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or recognized equivalency is commonly required.
• Some employers provide entry-level instruction; others seek experienced dispatchers with fire communications training.
• Fire dispatch certification, emergency medical dispatch training, or incident-management coursework may be required for particular assignments.

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 GED

Job description

County Emergency Communications seeks qualified fire dispatchers to coordinate emergency responses in Donnelly, MN. The role emphasizes precise data handling, rapid radio communication, and adherence to established response plans.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalent, with some employers preferring fire communications training or EMS dispatch certification for specialized assignments. Shifts may include nights, weekends, overtime, and holidays.