Fire Dispatcher — 24/7 Emergency Communications

County Emergency Communications; Nezperce (ID); On-site; USD 42,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The County Emergency Communications is seeking Fire Dispatchers to join our Nezperce team. You will receive incident information, verify locations, alert responding units, and coordinate mutual aid while maintaining clear radio communication under pressure.

Responsibilities include documenting reports, monitoring channels, and ensuring accurate data entry for every incident. A high school diploma and dispatcher training are commonly required; onboarding includes fire dispatch training and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Fire dispatch certification, EMS training, or incident-management coursework may be required for certain assignments.
• Comfort with computer systems, maps, and radio communication is essential.

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

Calm under pressure

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Computer systems

Maps

Radio equipment

Job description

The County Emergency Communications is seeking Fire Dispatchers to join our Nezperce team. You will receive incident information, verify locations, alert responding units, and coordinate mutual aid while maintaining clear radio communication under pressure.

Responsibilities include documenting reports, monitoring channels, and ensuring accurate data entry for every incident. A high school diploma and dispatcher training are commonly required; onboarding includes fire dispatch training and