Fire Dispatcher — Critical 24/7 Emergency Communications Pro

Emergency Telecommunicator Services; Saint Robert (MO); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance

Retirement plan

Paid leave

Employee support

Professional development

Overtime pay

Shift premiums

Job summary

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Richland, MO, seeks dedicated Fire Dispatchers to coordinate emergency responses, document incidents, and maintain clear communications with responding crews. The role demands precise data handling and adherence to established response plans while working shifts that may include overnight hours.

Applicants should have a high school diploma, basic computer/data entry skills, and familiarity with maps and radio communications.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or GED is commonly required.
• Fire dispatch certification or EMS/incident management coursework may be required for certain assignments.
• Comfort with computer systems, 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

Data entry

Radio comms

Maps

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Richland, MO, seeks dedicated Fire Dispatchers to coordinate emergency responses, document incidents, and maintain clear communications with responding crews. The role demands precise data handling and adherence to established response plans while working shifts that may include overnight hours.

Applicants should have a high school diploma, basic computer/data entry skills, and familiarity with maps and radio communications.