Fire Dispatcher — Critical 24/7 Communications Pro

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

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Retirement programs

Paid leave

Employee-support services

Professional development

Job summary

County Emergency Communications is seeking Fire Dispatcher opportunities in Copeville, TX. The role focuses on coordinating emergency responses, alerting appropriate resources, and maintaining clear radio communications with responding crews.

Applicants should be comfortable with computer systems and data entry. Fire dispatch training or EMS dispatch coursework may be required for specialized assignments, with staffing potentially at all hours including overnights and weekends.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; some agencies offer entry-level instruction.
• Ability to manage incident information clearly and accurately under pressure.
• Comfort with computer systems, maps, data entry, and radio communication.

Responsibilities

• Receive and document reports of fires, rescues, alarms, and hazards.
• Verify incident locations and risk information for responders.
• Alert stations and dispatch apparatus as needed.
• Monitor radio channels, unit availability, and incident status.
• Relay occupant and hazard information as conditions change.
• Process requests for additional resources through established procedures.
• Coordinate mutual-aid communications when assigned.
• Record dispatch times, unit movements, and incident updates.

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Computer-aided dispatch (CAD)

Radio systems

Job description

County Emergency Communications is seeking Fire Dispatcher opportunities in Copeville, TX. The role focuses on coordinating emergency responses, alerting appropriate resources, and maintaining clear radio communications with responding crews.

Applicants should be comfortable with computer systems and data entry. Fire dispatch training or EMS dispatch coursework may be required for specialized assignments, with staffing potentially at all hours including overnights and weekends.