Seattle Fire Dispatcher: 24/7 Emergency Communications

County Emergency Communications; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

County Emergency Communications in Seattle is seeking a dedicated Fire Dispatcher to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous conditions. You will receive incident information, document details, and relay assignments to responding crews, while following established protocols.

The role requires calm, precise data entry, strong radio communication, and the ability to work flexible shifts including overnights, weekends, and holidays.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; some positions may require fire dispatch training.
• Comfort with computer systems, accurate data entry, maps, and radio communication.
• Fire dispatch certification or emergency medical dispatch training may be required for certain assignments.

Responsibilities

• Receive and document reports of fires, rescues, alarms, and hazardous conditions
• Verify incident locations and reported risks
• Alert stations and dispatch apparatus using approved assignments
• Monitor radio channels, unit availability, and incident status
• Relay information about occupants and changing conditions
• Coordinate mutual-aid communications when assigned

Skills

Clear radio communication

Data entry

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Computer systems familiarity

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Dispatch software

Mapping systems

Radio communication equipment

Job description

County Emergency Communications in Seattle is seeking a dedicated Fire Dispatcher to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous conditions. You will receive incident information, document details, and relay assignments to responding crews, while following established protocols.

The role requires calm, precise data entry, strong radio communication, and the ability to work flexible shifts including overnights, weekends, and holidays.