Fire Dispatcher: Emergency Communications Specialist

County Emergency Communications; Strasburg (CO); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

County Emergency Communications in Strasburg, CO seeks a dedicated Fire Dispatcher to coordinate responses and maintain clear radio communications. You will receive incident details, alert resources, and support responding crews in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to follow established response plans. Shift work may include overnights, weekends, and holiday coverage as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required or equivalent.
• Some employers provide entry-level instruction; others seek experienced dispatchers.
• You should be comfortable with computer systems, data entry, maps, and radio communication.

Responsibilities

• Receive and document reports of fires, rescues, alarms, and hazards.
• Verify incident locations, access information, and reported risks.
• Alert stations and dispatch apparatus per 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 major updates.

Skills

Computer systems

Data entry

Maps

Radio communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

County Emergency Communications in Strasburg, CO seeks a dedicated Fire Dispatcher to coordinate responses and maintain clear radio communications. You will receive incident details, alert resources, and support responding crews in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to follow established response plans. Shift work may include overnights, weekends, and holiday coverage as needed.