Fire Dispatcher: 24/7 Emergency Communications Pro

Emergency Telecommunicator Services; Williamsburg (KS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Williamsburg, KS, seeks qualified Fire Dispatchers to coordinate emergency responses for fires, rescues, and hazardous incidents. You will maintain incident records, verify locations, and communicate critical details to responding crews from a centralized dispatch center.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or GED, comfort with computer systems and maps, and strong radio communication skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; some employers provide entry-level instruction.
• Familiarity with computer systems and data entry is expected.
• Ability to read maps and communicate clearly via radio.

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

Data entry

Radio comms

Maps

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Williamsburg, KS, seeks qualified Fire Dispatchers to coordinate emergency responses for fires, rescues, and hazardous incidents. You will maintain incident records, verify locations, and communicate critical details to responding crews from a centralized dispatch center.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or GED, comfort with computer systems and maps, and strong radio communication skills.