Fire Dispatcher: Critical Emergency Communications

911 Emergency Communications; South Greenfield (MO); On-site; USD 35,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Fire Dispatcher in South Greenfield, MO is seeking candidates to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and other emergencies, entering data accurately and communicating clearly by radio.

You will work with fire services, verify locations, alert units, and document incident details. A high school diploma is commonly required, and some agencies offer training; certification may be required for specialized assignments.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or equivalent is commonly required.
• Some employers provide entry-level instruction on dispatch procedures.
• Fire dispatch certification or related coursework may be required for some 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

Skills

Radio communication

Data entry

Maps

Computer systems

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Fire Dispatcher in South Greenfield, MO is seeking candidates to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and other emergencies, entering data accurately and communicating clearly by radio.

You will work with fire services, verify locations, alert units, and document incident details. A high school diploma is commonly required, and some agencies offer training; certification may be required for specialized assignments.