Fire Dispatcher — 24/7 Emergency Communications Pro

Emergency Telecommunicator Services; Pottersville (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Pottersville, MO, seeks skilled Fire Dispatchers to coordinate emergency responses and maintain critical incident information across responders. Must handle incident details, alert resources, and maintain clear communication under pressure.

Position involves rotating shifts, overnight assignments, weekends, and overtime as incidents require. Candidates should have a high school diploma and relevant dispatch training; certification may be required for

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

Education

High school diploma or recognized equivalency credential

Job description

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Pottersville, MO, seeks skilled Fire Dispatchers to coordinate emergency responses and maintain critical incident information across responders. Must handle incident details, alert resources, and maintain clear communication under pressure.

Position involves rotating shifts, overnight assignments, weekends, and overtime as incidents require. Candidates should have a high school diploma and relevant dispatch training; certification may be required for