Fire Dispatcher: 24/7 Emergency Communications Pro

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

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Retirement programs

Paid leave

Employee-support services

Professional development

Job summary

911 Emergency Communications in Oklahoma is seeking fire dispatchers to coordinate responses, update incident details, and maintain critical communications for responding units. The role requires precise data handling, radio clarity, and adherence to established response plans while coordinating with authorized personnel.

Dispatchers may work all shifts, including overnight, weekends, and holidays, with duties that include documenting reports, verifying locations, and relaying vital information

Qualifications

• High school diploma or recognized equivalency credential is commonly required for fire dispatchers.
• Fire dispatch certification or emergency medical dispatch training may be required for certain 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 GED

Job description

911 Emergency Communications in Oklahoma is seeking fire dispatchers to coordinate responses, update incident details, and maintain critical communications for responding units. The role requires precise data handling, radio clarity, and adherence to established response plans while coordinating with authorized personnel.

Dispatchers may work all shifts, including overnight, weekends, and holidays, with duties that include documenting reports, verifying locations, and relaying vital information