Round-the-Clock Fire Dispatcher

County Emergency Communications; Butte (MT); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

County Emergency Communications in Ramsay, Montana, is seeking Fire Dispatchers to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and other emergencies. You will receive incident information, confirm locations, alert resources, and maintain radio communications with responding crews.

This role requires organized information handling and strong data entry skills, with potential dispatch certifications depending on assignments. The job may involve shift work, including nights and overtime as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Fire dispatch training or EMS dispatch certification may be required for some assignments.
• Comfort with computer systems, maps, and accurate data entry.

Responsibilities

• Receive and document reports of fires, rescues, alarms, and hazards.
• Verify incident locations and access information.
• Alert stations and dispatch units using approved assignments.
• Monitor radio channels and unit status.
• Relay information about occupants, hazards, and changing conditions.
• Process requests for additional resources.
• Coordinate mutual-aid communications when needed.
• Record dispatch times and unit movements.

Skills

Clear radio communication

Data entry accuracy

Multi-tasking

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

CAD systems

Radio dispatch software

Job description

County Emergency Communications in Ramsay, Montana, is seeking Fire Dispatchers to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and other emergencies. You will receive incident information, confirm locations, alert resources, and maintain radio communications with responding crews.

This role requires organized information handling and strong data entry skills, with potential dispatch certifications depending on assignments. The job may involve shift work, including nights and overtime as needed.