Fire Dispatcher: 24/7 Emergency Communications

Emergency Telecommunicator Services; Martelle (IA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Retirement programs

Paid leave

Professional development

Job summary

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Martelle, IA seeks a Fire Dispatcher to coordinate responses for fires and emergencies. You will receive incident information, document details, alert resources, and maintain active communication with responding crews.

This role involves working with computer systems, maps, and radio communications, and may require overnight, weekend, and holiday coverage. Training and certifications may be required depending on 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

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Martelle, IA seeks a Fire Dispatcher to coordinate responses for fires and emergencies. You will receive incident information, document details, alert resources, and maintain active communication with responding crews.

This role involves working with computer systems, maps, and radio communications, and may require overnight, weekend, and holiday coverage. Training and certifications may be required depending on assignments.