Fire Dispatcher - 24/7 Emergency Communications Pro

County Emergency Communications; Yorktown (IA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

County Emergency Communications in Yorktown, IA is seeking Fire Dispatchers to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, hazardous conditions, and other emergencies handled by fire services. You will receive incident information, alert resources, and keep incident details current following established plans.

The role requires organized information handling, clear radio communication, and the ability to work shifts including overnight, weekends, holidays, and potential overtime to support major

Qualifications

• High school diploma or recognized equivalency credential commonly required.
• Some employers provide entry-level instruction; others seek experienced dispatchers with fire communications training.

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

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

County Emergency Communications in Yorktown, IA is seeking Fire Dispatchers to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, hazardous conditions, and other emergencies handled by fire services. You will receive incident information, alert resources, and keep incident details current following established plans.

The role requires organized information handling, clear radio communication, and the ability to work shifts including overnight, weekends, holidays, and potential overtime to support major