Fire Dispatcher: Critical Emergency Communications Lead

Emergency Telecommunicator Services; Emerado (ND); On-site; USD 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Retirement programs

Paid leave

Professional development

Job summary

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Emerado, North Dakota is seeking qualified Fire Dispatchers to coordinate emergency responses and maintain clear radio communication. Your role includes recording incident details, alerting resources, and supporting responding crews during fires, rescues, and hazardous conditions.

The position requires strong organization, accuracy, and the ability to operate computer systems and maps.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or recognized equivalency credential is commonly required.
• Applicants should be comfortable with computer systems, accurate data entry, maps, and radio communication.
• Fire dispatch certification, emergency medical dispatch training, or incident-management coursework may be required for particular assignments.
• Some employers provide entry-level instruction; others seek experienced dispatchers with fire communications training.

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

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Radio operation

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Computer systems

Job description

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Emerado, North Dakota is seeking qualified Fire Dispatchers to coordinate emergency responses and maintain clear radio communication. Your role includes recording incident details, alerting resources, and supporting responding crews during fires, rescues, and hazardous conditions.

The position requires strong organization, accuracy, and the ability to operate computer systems and maps.