Fire Dispatcher — 24/7 Emergency Communications Pro

911 Emergency Communications; Stromsburg (NE); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Retirement programs

Paid leave

Job summary

911 Emergency Communications in Stromsburg, NE seeks a dedicated Fire Dispatcher to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous conditions. You will receive incident information, alert resources, and maintain clear radio communications under established plans.

Preferred candidates have a high school diploma and familiarity with computer systems and maps. Training and certifications may be required for specific assignments, with a focus on accuracy and rapid decision-making.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency commonly required.
• Fire dispatch certification or emergency dispatch training 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

Job description

911 Emergency Communications in Stromsburg, NE seeks a dedicated Fire Dispatcher to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous conditions. You will receive incident information, alert resources, and maintain clear radio communications under established plans.

Preferred candidates have a high school diploma and familiarity with computer systems and maps. Training and certifications may be required for specific assignments, with a focus on accuracy and rapid decision-making.