Fire Dispatcher: 24/7 Emergency Communications Pro

County Emergency Communications; Blairstown (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Retirement programs

Paid leave

Employee-support services

Professional development

Overtime

Shift premiums

Job summary

County Emergency Communications in Blairstown, Missouri, seeks a Fire Dispatcher to coordinate emergency responses, document reports, and maintain situational awareness. The role requires precise radio communication, data entry, and adherence to incident protocols.

Responsibilities include verifying locations, alerting units, monitoring channels, and coordinating mutual aid during incidents. Candidates should have a high school diploma and may need fire dispatch training or EMS/interagency

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED commonly required.
• Entry-level training offered by some employers; others seek experienced dispatchers.
• Comfort with computer systems, maps, and radio communication is important.

Responsibilities

• Receive and document reports of fires, rescues, alarms, and hazards.
• Verify incident locations and reported risks.
• Alert stations and dispatch apparatus using approved assignments.
• Monitor radio channels and unit availability.
• Record dispatch times and incident updates.
• Coordinate mutual aid when assigned.
• Assist during major incidents.

Skills

Radio communication

Data entry

Information management

Education

High school diploma or GED

Fire dispatch training

Job description

County Emergency Communications in Blairstown, Missouri, seeks a Fire Dispatcher to coordinate emergency responses, document reports, and maintain situational awareness. The role requires precise radio communication, data entry, and adherence to incident protocols.

Responsibilities include verifying locations, alerting units, monitoring channels, and coordinating mutual aid during incidents. Candidates should have a high school diploma and may need fire dispatch training or EMS/interagency