Fire Dispatcher: 24/7 Emergency Communications Pro

911 Emergency Communications; Carson (NM); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Retirement programs

Paid leave

Professional development

Job summary

911 Emergency Communications seeks skilled Fire Dispatchers to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous conditions from Carson, NM. You will receive incident information, verify locations, alert stations, and dispatch units while maintaining clear communication with crews.

The role emphasizes organized data handling, accurate reporting, and adherence to established response plans. Training and certification may be required depending on the assignment; shifts may include nights,

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or recognized equivalency credential is commonly required.
• Some employers provide entry-level instruction; others seek experienced dispatchers with fire communications training.
• Applicants should be comfortable with computer systems, accurate data entry, maps, and radio communication.
• Fire dispatch certification, emergency medical dispatch training, or incident-management coursework may be required for particular assignments.

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

Radio communication

Data entry

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Computer systems

Job description

911 Emergency Communications seeks skilled Fire Dispatchers to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous conditions from Carson, NM. You will receive incident information, verify locations, alert stations, and dispatch units while maintaining clear communication with crews.

The role emphasizes organized data handling, accurate reporting, and adherence to established response plans. Training and certification may be required depending on the assignment; shifts may include nights,