Fire Dispatcher: Emergency Communications Specialist

County Emergency Communications; Silver Peak (NV); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Retirement programs

Paid leave

Professional development

Job summary

County Emergency Communications in Silver Peak, NV is seeking Fire Dispatchers to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous conditions. You will receive incident information, alert resources, and maintain communications with responding crews.

This role requires organized information handling, clear radio communication, and adherence to established response plans. Fire dispatch certification or EMS training may be required for specialized assignments.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Fire dispatch training or EMS coursework may be required for some postings.
• Strong verbal and written communication; attention to detail.

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.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

County Emergency Communications in Silver Peak, NV is seeking Fire Dispatchers to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous conditions. You will receive incident information, alert resources, and maintain communications with responding crews.

This role requires organized information handling, clear radio communication, and adherence to established response plans. Fire dispatch certification or EMS training may be required for specialized assignments.