Fire Dispatcher: 24/7 Emergency Communications Pro

Emergency Telecommunicator Services; Snowflake (AZ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Snowflake, AZ seeks qualified Fire Dispatcher candidates to coordinate emergency responses, document incidents, and maintain clear radio communications.

The role involves handling incidents around the clock, including overnight shifts and weekends, with strict adherence to established plans and supervisor directions. Candidates should meet basic education requirements and be comfortable with dispatch systems.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or recognized equivalency credential is commonly required.
• Fire dispatch certification or EMS/incident-management coursework may be required for certain assignments.
• Applicants should be comfortable with computer systems, accurate data entry, maps, and radio communication.

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

Skills

Computer literacy

Accurate data entry

Maps literacy

Radio communication

Education

High School Diploma / GED

Job description

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Snowflake, AZ seeks qualified Fire Dispatcher candidates to coordinate emergency responses, document incidents, and maintain clear radio communications.

The role involves handling incidents around the clock, including overnight shifts and weekends, with strict adherence to established plans and supervisor directions. Candidates should meet basic education requirements and be comfortable with dispatch systems.