Fire Dispatcher | 24/7 Emergency Communications

911 Emergency Communications

Heidenheimer (TX)

On-site

USD 40,000 - 60,000

Full time

6 days ago

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Job summary

911 Emergency Communications in Heidenheimer, TX is seeking Fire Dispatcher opportunities. Dispatchers coordinate responses to fires, rescues, hazardous conditions, and other emergencies, handling incident information and maintaining radio communication with responding crews.

The role requires organized information handling, strict adherence to response plans, and compliance with directions from authorized personnel.

Qualifications

A high school diploma or recognized equivalency credential is commonly required.
Applicants should be comfortable with computer systems, accurate data entry, maps, and radio communication.
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.