Fire Dispatcher – 24/7 Incident Coordination

Emergency Telecommunicator Services; Smelterville (ID); On-site; USD 42,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Smelterville, ID seeks a Fire Dispatcher to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazards. You will receive incident information, alert resources, and maintain radio contact with responding crews.

The role requires organized information handling, attention to detail, and the ability to work rotating shifts including overnights and weekends. Prior fire dispatch training or EMS dispatch certification may be required for some postings.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED commonly required.
• Some agencies offer entry-level training; others seek experienced dispatchers.
• Comfort with computer systems, maps, and radio communication.
• Fire dispatch or EMS dispatch training may be required for some roles.

Responsibilities

• Receive and document reports of fires, rescues, alarms, and hazards.
• Verify incident locations, access information, and risks.
• Alert stations and dispatch apparatus using approved 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 updates.

Skills

Clear radio communication

Information organization

Accurate data entry

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Computer systems

Maps

Radio communications equipment

Job description

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Smelterville, ID seeks a Fire Dispatcher to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazards. You will receive incident information, alert resources, and maintain radio contact with responding crews.

The role requires organized information handling, attention to detail, and the ability to work rotating shifts including overnights and weekends. Prior fire dispatch training or EMS dispatch certification may be required for some postings.