Fire Dispatcher — 24/7 Emergency Communications

Emergency Telecommunicator Services; Raytown (MO); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Retirement programs

Paid leave

Employee-support services

Job summary

Fire Dispatcher opportunities in Raytown, MO, are described for roles coordinating responses to fires, rescues, and other emergencies. Duties include documenting reports, verifying locations, alerting stations, and maintaining incident communications.

Roles may require specialized dispatch training and certifications. Applicants should be comfortable with computer systems, data entry, maps, and radio communication.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; dispatch training or certification may be required for certain assignments.
• Strong computer and data-entry skills; familiarity with maps and radio communication is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Receive and document reports of fires, rescues, alarms, and hazardous conditions.
• Verify incident locations and risks; ensure accurate incident details.
• Alert stations and dispatch apparatus using approved response assignments.
• Monitor radio channels, unit availability, and incident status.
• Coordinate mutual-aid communications during major incidents.
• Record dispatch times and significant updates.

Skills

Clear radio communication

Organized information handling

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Fire Dispatcher opportunities in Raytown, MO, are described for roles coordinating responses to fires, rescues, and other emergencies. Duties include documenting reports, verifying locations, alerting stations, and maintaining incident communications.

Roles may require specialized dispatch training and certifications. Applicants should be comfortable with computer systems, data entry, maps, and radio communication.