Fire Dispatcher: 24/7 Emergency Communications (Old Monroe)

911 Emergency Communications; Old Monroe (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Retirement programs

Paid leave

Employee-support services

Professional development

Job summary

911 Emergency Communications in Old Monroe, MO seeks skilled Fire Dispatchers to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazards. You will receive incident information, alert resources, and maintain clear radio communication with responding crews, following established plans and directions.

The role requires excellent data entry, organization, and calm communication under pressure. Dispatch duties include monitoring radio channels, documenting events, and ensuring accurate incident records

Qualifications

• High school diploma or recognized equivalency credential.
• Fire dispatch certification, emergency medical dispatch training, or incident-management coursework may be required for some positions.

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.

Job description

911 Emergency Communications in Old Monroe, MO seeks skilled Fire Dispatchers to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazards. You will receive incident information, alert resources, and maintain clear radio communication with responding crews, following established plans and directions.

The role requires excellent data entry, organization, and calm communication under pressure. Dispatch duties include monitoring radio channels, documenting events, and ensuring accurate incident records