Mission-Critical Fire Dispatcher (24/7 Ops)

Emergency Telecommunicator Services; Genoa (CO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Genoa, CO is seeking a Fire Dispatcher to coordinate emergency responses and maintain critical communications. The role involves documenting incidents, verifying locations, alerting stations, and monitoring status across channels.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent and be comfortable with computer systems, data entry, maps, and radio communications. Some assignments may require fire dispatch training or EMS dispatch coursework.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or recognized equivalency credential is commonly required.
• Applicants should be comfortable with computer systems, accurate data entry, maps, and radio communication.
• Fire dispatch certification or related training may be required for certain 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

Clear radio communication

Attention to detail

Record keeping

Data entry

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Computer systems

Maps

Radio communication equipment

Job description

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Genoa, CO is seeking a Fire Dispatcher to coordinate emergency responses and maintain critical communications. The role involves documenting incidents, verifying locations, alerting stations, and monitoring status across channels.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent and be comfortable with computer systems, data entry, maps, and radio communications. Some assignments may require fire dispatch training or EMS dispatch coursework.