Fire Dispatcher – Real-Time Emergency Communications

Emergency Telecommunicator Services; Maxwell (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Maxwell (TX) seeks Fire Dispatcher to coordinate emergency responses, monitor radios, and relay incident information. The role requires precise data entry, clear radio communication, and adherence to established response plans.

Applicants may need a high school diploma and fire dispatch or related certifications depending on assignments. Positions may involve overnight, weekend and holiday staffing as part of emergency coverage.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or recognized equivalency credential is commonly required.
• Fire dispatch certification, emergency medical dispatch training, or incident-management coursework may be required for particular assignments.

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

Job description

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Maxwell (TX) seeks Fire Dispatcher to coordinate emergency responses, monitor radios, and relay incident information. The role requires precise data entry, clear radio communication, and adherence to established response plans.

Applicants may need a high school diploma and fire dispatch or related certifications depending on assignments. Positions may involve overnight, weekend and holiday staffing as part of emergency coverage.