Fire Dispatcher - 24/7 Emergency Communications

County Emergency Communications; New London (MN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Retirement programs

Paid leave

Professional development

Job summary

County Emergency Communications in New London, MN seeks qualified Fire Dispatcher to coordinate fire-rescue responses from a central communications center. You will receive incident information, document details, and direct responding units using established procedures.

Ideal candidates maintain calm under pressure, are proficient with computer systems and maps, and can work alternating shifts including nights and weekends. Eligibility depends on agency requirements and background checks.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Fire dispatch or EMS incident-management training may be required for some assignments.
• Comfort with data entry, maps, and radio communication.

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

Organized information handling

Clear radio communication

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Computer systems

Maps

Radio equipment

Job description

County Emergency Communications in New London, MN seeks qualified Fire Dispatcher to coordinate fire-rescue responses from a central communications center. You will receive incident information, document details, and direct responding units using established procedures.

Ideal candidates maintain calm under pressure, are proficient with computer systems and maps, and can work alternating shifts including nights and weekends. Eligibility depends on agency requirements and background checks.