Fire Dispatcher - 24/7 Impact, Training & Overtime

911 Emergency Communications; Imperial (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Retirement programs

Paid leave

Professional development

Job summary

911 Emergency Communications is seeking Fire Dispatchers to coordinate and document emergency responses in Imperial, MO. The role involves receiving incident information, verifying locations, alerting stations, and maintaining clear radio communications with responding crews.

The position requires data entry accuracy, familiarity with computer systems, and the ability to follow established response plans. Fire dispatch certifications or EMT dispatch training may be required for certain

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or recognized equivalency credential is commonly required.
• Fire dispatch certification, emergency medical dispatch training, or incident-management coursework may be required for particular assignments.
• Applicants should be comfortable with computer systems, accurate data entry, maps, and radio communication.

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.

Job description

911 Emergency Communications is seeking Fire Dispatchers to coordinate and document emergency responses in Imperial, MO. The role involves receiving incident information, verifying locations, alerting stations, and maintaining clear radio communications with responding crews.

The position requires data entry accuracy, familiarity with computer systems, and the ability to follow established response plans. Fire dispatch certifications or EMT dispatch training may be required for certain