24/7 911 Dispatcher | Calm, Precise Public Safety

County Emergency Communications; NuMine (PA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Retirement benefits

Paid leave

Employee assistance services

Professional training

Job summary

County Emergency Communications in Nu Mine, PA seeks a 911 Emergency Dispatcher to receive emergency and nonemergency calls, verify incident details, and coordinate police, fire, or medical responses according to agency procedures.

The role requires calm communication, precise typing, active listening, and the ability to manage multiple systems under pressure, including overnight and weekend shifts when needed.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or recognized equivalency credential is commonly required.
• Some agencies recruit entry-level applicants, while others require previous emergency communications experience or current certifications.

Responsibilities

• Answer emergency and nonemergency calls within the assigned service area
• Confirm addresses, callback numbers, incident details, and immediate safety concerns
• Assess call priority using approved questions and agency procedures
• Enter incident information into computer-aided dispatch systems
• Dispatch appropriate responders when assigned to radio operations
• Monitor radio traffic and update responding personnel as circumstances change
• Provide approved caller instructions within the limits of training and certification
• Maintain accurate records and protect confidential information

Skills

Accurate typing

Active listening

Clear speech

Basic computer proficiency

Organize information under pressure

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

County Emergency Communications in Nu Mine, PA seeks a 911 Emergency Dispatcher to receive emergency and nonemergency calls, verify incident details, and coordinate police, fire, or medical responses according to agency procedures.

The role requires calm communication, precise typing, active listening, and the ability to manage multiple systems under pressure, including overnight and weekend shifts when needed.