Fire Dispatcher – 24/7 Incident Coordination

County Emergency Communications; Lanesboro (IA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance

Retirement plan

Paid leave

Employee assistance

Professional development

Job summary

County Emergency Communications in Lanesboro, IA seeks a Fire Dispatcher to coordinate responses to fires and rescues. The role emphasizes organized information handling and rapid radio communication under established procedures.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED; some positions may require fire dispatch training or EMS dispatch coursework. The job may involve overnight or extended shifts depending on incident demand.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is commonly required; some employers provide entry-level instruction.
• Fire dispatch certification or related training may be required for specialized assignments.
• Strong computer and radio communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Receive and document reports of fires, rescues, alarms, and hazards.
• Verify locations, access, and risks for incidents.
• Alert stations and dispatch units according to approved plans.
• Monitor radio channels and unit status for incident progression.
• Relay occupant and hazard information to responding teams.
• Process requests for additional resources through established procedures.
• Coordinate mutual-aid communications when assigned.
• Record dispatch times, unit movements, and updates.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

County Emergency Communications in Lanesboro, IA seeks a Fire Dispatcher to coordinate responses to fires and rescues. The role emphasizes organized information handling and rapid radio communication under established procedures.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED; some positions may require fire dispatch training or EMS dispatch coursework. The job may involve overnight or extended shifts depending on incident demand.