Impactful Fire Dispatch Specialist

County Emergency Communications; Elko (NV); On-site; USD 42,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

County Emergency Communications seeks qualified Fire Dispatchers to coordinate responses in Elko, NV. You will receive incident information, alert resources, and maintain clear radio communications while following established response plans.

Position requires attention to detail, good data entry, and comfort with computer systems and radio equipment. Fire dispatch training may be required for certain assignments; eligibility and background screening apply.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED commonly required; some roles offer entry-level instruction.
• Fire dispatch certification or EMS/incident-management coursework may be required for some 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

Skills

Attention to detail

Radio communication

Data entry

Maps reading

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Fire dispatch training

Tools

Computer systems

Radio equipment

Job description

County Emergency Communications seeks qualified Fire Dispatchers to coordinate responses in Elko, NV. You will receive incident information, alert resources, and maintain clear radio communications while following established response plans.

Position requires attention to detail, good data entry, and comfort with computer systems and radio equipment. Fire dispatch training may be required for certain assignments; eligibility and background screening apply.