24/7 Multi-Agency Public Safety Dispatcher

National Public Safety Careers; Teays Valley (WV); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Retirement benefits

Paid leave

Continuing education

Job summary

National Public Safety Careers is seeking qualified Police/Fire/EMS Dispatchers for Teays, WV. The position supports combined communications across law enforcement, fire, and EMS, coordinating calls and radio assignments in a multi-discipline environment.

Candidates typically need a high school diploma or equivalent, with some agencies allowing cross-training or requiring prior dispatch experience. Training, credentials, and assignments vary by employer and vacancy.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or recognized equivalent commonly required.
• Some agencies provide cross-training; others require experience in one or more dispatch disciplines.

Responsibilities

• Process requests involving police, fire, rescue, and medical assistance.
• Verify locations, incident details, and immediate hazards.
• Apply discipline-specific procedures to prioritize and route calls.
• Dispatch appropriate units according to approved response plans.
• Coordinate incidents requiring more than one emergency service.
• Monitor radio traffic, unit availability, and requests for assistance.
• Provide approved caller instructions when trained and authorized.
• Maintain incident records and support interagency communications.

Job description

National Public Safety Careers is seeking qualified Police/Fire/EMS Dispatchers for Teays, WV. The position supports combined communications across law enforcement, fire, and EMS, coordinating calls and radio assignments in a multi-discipline environment.

Candidates typically need a high school diploma or equivalent, with some agencies allowing cross-training or requiring prior dispatch experience. Training, credentials, and assignments vary by employer and vacancy.