Fire Dispatcher: 24/7 Emergency Communications Specialist

County Emergency Communications; Cleghorn (IA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

County Emergency Communications in Cleghorn, IA is seeking Fire Dispatcher opportunities. Fire Dispatchers coordinate responses to fires, rescues, hazardous conditions, and other emergencies handled by fire services. They receive incident information, alert resources, and maintain communication with responding crews.

This role requires organized information handling and clear radio communication. Dispatchers must keep incident details current while following established response plans and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Dispatchers may require fire communications training or certification.
• Experience with computer systems and radio communication preferred.

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 Cleghorn, IA is seeking Fire Dispatcher opportunities. Fire Dispatchers coordinate responses to fires, rescues, hazardous conditions, and other emergencies handled by fire services. They receive incident information, alert resources, and maintain communication with responding crews.

This role requires organized information handling and clear radio communication. Dispatchers must keep incident details current while following established response plans and