Fire Dispatcher: 24/7 Emergency Communications Pro

Emergency Telecommunicator Services; Tyler (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Retirement programs

Paid leave

Professional development

Job summary

Emergency Telecommunicator Services seeks a Fire Dispatcher in Tyler, TX to coordinate responses and relay critical information to responding crews.

You will document reports of fires and hazards, verify locations, alert stations, and monitor radio channels to ensure accurate and timely communications during incidents. Experience in public safety dispatch and data entry is preferred.

Clear radio communication, attention to detail, and ability to work flexible shifts are essential in this role.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or recognized equivalency is commonly required.
• Experience or training in fire communications or public safety dispatch is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Receive and document reports of fires, rescues, alarms, and hazards.
• Verify incident locations and risks, and relay information to responding units.
• Alert stations and dispatch apparatus using approved assignments.
• Monitor radio channels, unit availability, and incident status.
• Record dispatch times, unit movements, and significant updates.
• Coordinate mutual-aid communications when assigned.
• Maintain incident details and comply with response plans.

Skills

Attention to detail

Clear radio communication

Data entry accuracy

Multitasking

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Computer systems

Maps software

Job description

Emergency Telecommunicator Services seeks a Fire Dispatcher in Tyler, TX to coordinate responses and relay critical information to responding crews.

You will document reports of fires and hazards, verify locations, alert stations, and monitor radio channels to ensure accurate and timely communications during incidents. Experience in public safety dispatch and data entry is preferred.

Clear radio communication, attention to detail, and ability to work flexible shifts are essential in this role.