Fire Dispatcher – 24/7 Emergency Communications

County Emergency Communications

Spillville (IA)

On-site

USD 42,000 - 66,000

Full time

6 days ago

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Job summary

County Emergency Communications in Spillville, IA is seeking fire dispatchers to coordinate emergency responses. The role requires precise information handling, clear radio communication, and adherence to established response plans.

You will process incident reports, notify units, monitor status, and support mutual-aid operations while working with fire services and other agencies. Applicants should have a high school diploma and may need fire dispatch certification or emergency medical dispatch

Qualifications

A high school diploma or recognized equivalency credential is commonly required.
Some employers provide entry-level instruction; others seek experienced dispatchers with fire communications training.
Fire dispatch certification or emergency medical dispatch training 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