Fire Dispatcher - 24/7 Emergency Communications Pro

911 Emergency Communications; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

911 Emergency Communications is seeking Fire Dispatcher opportunities in Catalina to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous conditions. The role involves documenting reports, maintaining incident details, and following established response plans with authorized personnel.

Candidates should be comfortable with computer systems and radio communications, and may need fire dispatch or EMS-related training. The position may include varied shifts to support emergency operations.

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

Skills

Radio communication

Data entry

Computer systems

Maps

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Education

High school diploma

Job description

911 Emergency Communications is seeking Fire Dispatcher opportunities in Catalina to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous conditions. The role involves documenting reports, maintaining incident details, and following established response plans with authorized personnel.

Candidates should be comfortable with computer systems and radio communications, and may need fire dispatch or EMS-related training. The position may include varied shifts to support emergency operations.