24/7 Public Safety Dispatcher (Police/Fire/EMS)

Public Safety Dispatch Network; Harpers Ferry (WV); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Public Safety Dispatch Network is seeking Police/Fire/EMS Dispatchers in Harper, WV. The role coordinates emergency responses across law enforcement, fire services, and EMS in a combined communications environment.

Applicants must understand diverse procedures, priorities, and authority limits, with responsibilities spanning call processing and unit dispatch. Typical duties include verifying incident details, prioritizing responses, and maintaining accurate incident records.

Qualifications

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

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

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Public Safety Dispatch Network is seeking Police/Fire/EMS Dispatchers in Harper, WV. The role coordinates emergency responses across law enforcement, fire services, and EMS in a combined communications environment.

Applicants must understand diverse procedures, priorities, and authority limits, with responsibilities spanning call processing and unit dispatch. Typical duties include verifying incident details, prioritizing responses, and maintaining accurate incident records.