Fire Dispatcher – Critical Incident Communications

911 Emergency Communications; McMinnville (OR); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The 911 Emergency Communications McMinnville posting seeks Fire Dispatchers to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and other emergencies. You will receive incident information, verify locations, alert units, and maintain clear radio communication. A high school diploma is commonly required; some sites offer entry training.

You should be comfortable with computer systems, maps, data entry, and radio operations. Shifts may include nights and weekends to support major incidents.

Qualifications

• A 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

Radio communication

Data entry

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Computer systems

Maps

Radio equipment

Job description

The 911 Emergency Communications McMinnville posting seeks Fire Dispatchers to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and other emergencies. You will receive incident information, verify locations, alert units, and maintain clear radio communication. A high school diploma is commonly required; some sites offer entry training.

You should be comfortable with computer systems, maps, data entry, and radio operations. Shifts may include nights and weekends to support major incidents.