Combined Dispatch Specialist – Police, Fire & EMS

National Public Safety Careers; Fort Thomas (KY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Retirement benefits

Paid leave

Employee assistance

Continuing education

Shift differential

Certification incentives

Job summary

National Public Safety Careers is recruiting Police/Fire/EMS Dispatchers for Bellevue, KY. Dispatchers coordinate emergency responses across police, fire, and EMS, process calls, assign radio resources, and ensure adherence to procedures and authority.

Successful candidates typically have a high school diploma, strong multitasking, clear communication, and the ability to work shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays. Training and credentials vary by agency and vacancy.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or recognized equivalent is commonly required.
• Some agencies provide cross-training, while 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

Skills

Dispatch experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

National Public Safety Careers is recruiting Police/Fire/EMS Dispatchers for Bellevue, KY. Dispatchers coordinate emergency responses across police, fire, and EMS, process calls, assign radio resources, and ensure adherence to procedures and authority.

Successful candidates typically have a high school diploma, strong multitasking, clear communication, and the ability to work shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays. Training and credentials vary by agency and vacancy.