Fire Dispatcher: Critical Alerts & 24/7 Ops

County Emergency Communications; California (MO); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; 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 qualified Fire Dispatchers for opportunities in California. Dispatchers coordinate responses, relay incident details, and maintain critical radio communications with fire units and agencies.

Roles require strong organization, attention to detail, and ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Training and certifications may be required, with shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Qualifications

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

Job description

County Emergency Communications is seeking qualified Fire Dispatchers for opportunities in California. Dispatchers coordinate responses, relay incident details, and maintain critical radio communications with fire units and agencies.

Roles require strong organization, attention to detail, and ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Training and certifications may be required, with shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays.