Fire Dispatcher: 24/7 Incident Coordination Pro

County Emergency Communications; Montana; On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Paid leave

Retirement programs

Professional development

Job summary

County Emergency Communications in Montana is seeking Fire Dispatchers to coordinate emergency responses for fires, rescues, and hazardous conditions. Responsibilities include verifying locations, alerting units, and maintaining incident details with approved response plans.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED; fire dispatch or EMS training may be required for some roles. Positions may require shift work, including nights, weekends, and overtime.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or recognized equivalency credential is commonly required.
• Fire dispatch certification or emergency medical dispatch training may be required for certain assignments.

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 Montana is seeking Fire Dispatchers to coordinate emergency responses for fires, rescues, and hazardous conditions. Responsibilities include verifying locations, alerting units, and maintaining incident details with approved response plans.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED; fire dispatch or EMS training may be required for some roles. Positions may require shift work, including nights, weekends, and overtime.