Fire Incident Communications Specialist

Emergency Telecommunicator Services; Salem (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Retirement programs

Paid leave

Job summary

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Salem, MO seeks Fire Dispatcher candidates to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous incidents. You will receive incident information, alert resources, and maintain communications with responding crews.

The role requires organized information handling, clear radio communication, and adherence to established response plans. Fire dispatch training or EMS incident-management coursework may be required for certain postings.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or recognized equivalency credential is commonly required.
• Some employers provide entry-level instruction; others seek experienced dispatchers with fire communications training.
• Applicants should be comfortable with computer systems, accurate data entry, maps, and radio communication.
• 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.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Computer systems

Job description

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Salem, MO seeks Fire Dispatcher candidates to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous incidents. You will receive incident information, alert resources, and maintain communications with responding crews.

The role requires organized information handling, clear radio communication, and adherence to established response plans. Fire dispatch training or EMS incident-management coursework may be required for certain postings.