Fire Dispatcher: Master of Emergency Communications

911 Emergency Communications; Chouteau (OK); On-site; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Retirement programs

Paid leave

Professional development

Job summary

911 Emergency Communications in Chouteau, OK, is seeking reliable Fire Dispatchers to coordinate responses for fires, rescues, and hazardous incidents. You will receive incident details, alert appropriate resources, and maintain clear communication with responding crews.

The role emphasizes organized data handling, precise radio communication, and adherence to established plans. Shifts may include overnight, weekend, and holiday coverage to support emergency operations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required or equivalent.
• Familiarity with computer systems, maps, and radio communication.
• Ability to enter data accurately and follow established procedures.

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

Organizational skills

Radio communication

Data entry accuracy

Map reading

Computer literacy

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

911 Emergency Communications in Chouteau, OK, is seeking reliable Fire Dispatchers to coordinate responses for fires, rescues, and hazardous incidents. You will receive incident details, alert appropriate resources, and maintain clear communication with responding crews.

The role emphasizes organized data handling, precise radio communication, and adherence to established plans. Shifts may include overnight, weekend, and holiday coverage to support emergency operations.