Fire Dispatcher: Critical 24/7 Emergency Communications

Emergency Telecommunicator Services; Masonville (CO); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Masonville, CO is seeking a Fire Dispatcher to coordinate responses to fires, rescue incidents, hazardous conditions, and other emergencies managed by fire services. You will receive incident information, alert resources, and maintain communication with responding crews.

The role emphasizes clear radio communication, organized information handling, and accurate data entry, with on-call requirements to support operations during major incidents.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or recognized equivalency credential is commonly required.
• Some employers provide entry-level instruction; others seek experienced dispatchers with fire communications training.
• 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

Skills

Organized information handling

Clear radio communication

Accurate data entry

Maps

Radio communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Radio communication equipment

Job description

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Masonville, CO is seeking a Fire Dispatcher to coordinate responses to fires, rescue incidents, hazardous conditions, and other emergencies managed by fire services. You will receive incident information, alert resources, and maintain communication with responding crews.

The role emphasizes clear radio communication, organized information handling, and accurate data entry, with on-call requirements to support operations during major incidents.