Fire Dispatcher: Critical Incident Response & Radio Ops

Emergency Telecommunicator Services; Wright City (OK); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Retirement plan

Paid leave

Professional development

Job summary

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Wright City, OK, is seeking a Fire Dispatcher to coordinate emergency response by receiving reports, verifying locations, and alerting units. This role requires clear radio communication, meticulous data handling, and adherence to incident response protocols.

Dispatchers may work at all hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays, with potential overtime. Prior fireremote dispatch training or certifications may be beneficial, and basic computer and map

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or GED is commonly required.
• Fire dispatch certification or related training may be required for particular assignments.
• Experience with computer systems, accurate data entry, maps and radio communication is preferred.

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

Clear radio communication

Organized information handling

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Wright City, OK, is seeking a Fire Dispatcher to coordinate emergency response by receiving reports, verifying locations, and alerting units. This role requires clear radio communication, meticulous data handling, and adherence to incident response protocols.

Dispatchers may work at all hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays, with potential overtime. Prior fireremote dispatch training or certifications may be beneficial, and basic computer and map