Fire Dispatcher: 24/7 Emergency Communications

911 Emergency Communications; Yuma (AZ); On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

911 Emergency Communications in Glendale is seeking fire dispatchers to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous conditions. You will receive incident information, alert appropriate resources, and maintain communication with responding crews.

The role requires organized information handling, clear radio communication, and adherence to established response plans. Fire dispatch certification may be required for certain assignments.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED commonly required.
• Some employers provide entry-level instruction; others seek experienced dispatchers with fire communications training.
• Applicants should be comfortable with computer systems and data entry.

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.

Skills

Clear radio communication

Organized information handling

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Computer systems

Job description

911 Emergency Communications in Glendale is seeking fire dispatchers to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous conditions. You will receive incident information, alert appropriate resources, and maintain communication with responding crews.

The role requires organized information handling, clear radio communication, and adherence to established response plans. Fire dispatch certification may be required for certain assignments.