Fire Dispatcher — 24/7 Emergency Communications Pro

911 Emergency Communications; Snohomish (WA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Retirement programs

Paid leave

Professional development

Job summary

911 Emergency Communications in Snohomish, WA, seeks a Fire Dispatcher to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazards. You will receive incident information, alert appropriate resources, and maintain communication with responding crews in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires strong organizational skills, accurate data entry, and proficient use of radio communications and computer systems. Work may include overnight, weekend, and holiday shifts with mandatory staffing during major

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Fire dispatch training or certification may be required for some assignments.
• Comfort with computer systems and data entry.

Responsibilities

• Receive and document reports of fires, rescues, alarms, and hazards.
• Verify incident locations and risks.
• Alert stations and dispatch units using approved assignments.
• Monitor radio channels and unit status.
• Record dispatch times and movements.
• Coordinate mutual-aid communications.

Skills

Organizational skills

Radio communication

Data entry

Maps

Computer systems

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Radio equipment

Job description

911 Emergency Communications in Snohomish, WA, seeks a Fire Dispatcher to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazards. You will receive incident information, alert appropriate resources, and maintain communication with responding crews in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires strong organizational skills, accurate data entry, and proficient use of radio communications and computer systems. Work may include overnight, weekend, and holiday shifts with mandatory staffing during major