Fire Dispatcher: Critical Incident Communications & Rescue

County Emergency Communications; Snohomish (WA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Retirement programs

Paid leave

Employee-support services

Professional development

Job summary

County Emergency Communications in Stanwood, WA, seeks Fire Dispatcher candidates to coordinate fire service responses and maintain critical incident communications around the clock. Dispatchers handle incident reports, resource alerts, and continuous data entry to support responders.

Ideal applicants have a high school diploma, familiarity with computer systems, and fire dispatch or EMS coursework. Training and certifications may be required for specific roles and shifts.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or equivalency is commonly required.
• Some employers provide entry-level instruction; others seek trained dispatchers.
• Fire dispatch certification or related training may be required for certain assignments.

Responsibilities

• Receive and document reports of fires, rescues, alarms, and hazards.
• Verify incident locations, access information, and reported risks.
• Alert stations and dispatch units using approved 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 updates.

Skills

Clear radio communication

Data entry

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Fire dispatch software

Job description

County Emergency Communications in Stanwood, WA, seeks Fire Dispatcher candidates to coordinate fire service responses and maintain critical incident communications around the clock. Dispatchers handle incident reports, resource alerts, and continuous data entry to support responders.

Ideal applicants have a high school diploma, familiarity with computer systems, and fire dispatch or EMS coursework. Training and certifications may be required for specific roles and shifts.