Fire Dispatcher - 24/7 Emergency Communications Pro

County Emergency Communications; Arlington (WA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

County Emergency Communications in Arlington, WA is seeking capable Fire Dispatchers to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous conditions. You will receive incident information, alert resources, and maintain clear radio communications to respond quickly and safely.

The position requires organized information handling and the ability to follow established response plans under supervision. Applicants may need fire dispatch or EMS training and must be comfortable with computer

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or equivalent is commonly required.
• Some employers provide entry-level instruction; others seek experienced dispatchers with fire communications training.
• Applicants should be comfortable with computer systems, maps, and radio communication.

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

Skills

Clear radio communication

Attention to detail

Organized information handling

Education

High school diploma or GED

Fire dispatch certification/training

Tools

Fire dispatch software

Job description

County Emergency Communications in Arlington, WA is seeking capable Fire Dispatchers to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous conditions. You will receive incident information, alert resources, and maintain clear radio communications to respond quickly and safely.

The position requires organized information handling and the ability to follow established response plans under supervision. Applicants may need fire dispatch or EMS training and must be comfortable with computer