Fire Dispatcher — 24/7 Emergency Communications

County Emergency Communications; Walker (MN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

County Emergency Communications in Walker, MN seeks experienced Fire Dispatcher to coordinate responses, receive incident data, alert resources and maintain continuous communication with responding crews.

Role requires organized information handling, accurate data entry, and proficient radio communication. Dispatch training and fire EMS coursework may be required for certain assignments; shifts may include nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Dispatch training may be provided by employers.
• Fire dispatch certification or EMS training may be required for some assignments.

Responsibilities

• Receive and document reports of fires, rescues, alarms, and hazards.
• Verify incident locations, access information, and reported risks.
• Alert stations and dispatch apparatus using approved 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 updates.

Skills

Organized

Radio communication

Documentation

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Computer systems

Maps

Radio equipment

Job description

County Emergency Communications in Walker, MN seeks experienced Fire Dispatcher to coordinate responses, receive incident data, alert resources and maintain continuous communication with responding crews.

Role requires organized information handling, accurate data entry, and proficient radio communication. Dispatch training and fire EMS coursework may be required for certain assignments; shifts may include nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime.