Fire Dispatcher: 24/7 Emergency Communications Pro

County Emergency Communications; Iowa; On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

County Emergency Communications in Floyd, IA seeks Fire Dispatcher personnel to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous conditions. You will receive incident information, verify locations, alert units, and maintain radio communications with responding crews, following established response plans.

This role requires organization, attention to detail, and the ability to operate computer systems and maps.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or recognized equivalency credential is commonly required.
• 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

Job description

County Emergency Communications in Floyd, IA seeks Fire Dispatcher personnel to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous conditions. You will receive incident information, verify locations, alert units, and maintain radio communications with responding crews, following established response plans.

This role requires organization, attention to detail, and the ability to operate computer systems and maps.