Fire Dispatcher: 24/7 Emergency Communications Pro

911 Emergency Communications; Orchard (CO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

911 Emergency Communications in Orchard, CO is seeking qualified Fire Dispatchers to coordinate emergency responses and maintain critical incident information. You will receive incident details, alert response units, and stay in contact with responding crews to ensure rapid, accurate communication.

The role requires strong organizational skills, proficiency with computer systems, and precise data entry. Flexibility for shift work, including nights and weekends, may be needed to cover major

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; some positions offer training.
• Comfort with computers, data entry, maps, and radio communication.
• Specific fire dispatch certs or EMS training may be required for some roles.

Responsibilities

• Receive and document reports of fires, rescues, alarms, and hazards.
• Verify incident locations, access information, and risks.
• Alert stations and dispatch units using approved assignments.
• Monitor radio channels, unit availability, and incident status.
• Relay information about occupants, hazards, and changing conditions.
• Coordinate mutual-aid communications when assigned.
• Record dispatch times, unit movements, and updates.

Skills

Radio communication

Data entry

Maps

Computer systems

Education

High school diploma

Job description

911 Emergency Communications in Orchard, CO is seeking qualified Fire Dispatchers to coordinate emergency responses and maintain critical incident information. You will receive incident details, alert response units, and stay in contact with responding crews to ensure rapid, accurate communication.

The role requires strong organizational skills, proficiency with computer systems, and precise data entry. Flexibility for shift work, including nights and weekends, may be needed to cover major