Emergency Communications Dispatcher — Police/Fire/EMS

National Public Safety Careers; Albion (NE); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Retirement benefits

Paid leave

Education resources

Certification incentives

Job summary

National Public Safety Careers is seeking Police/Fire/EMS Dispatchers for opportunities in Nebraska. Dispatchers coordinate emergency responses across police, fire, and EMS in a combined communications environment, processing calls and managing radio assignments.

The role requires understanding varied response procedures, strong communication, and the ability to prioritize and coordinate while adhering to training and authority limits. Positions may include night, weekend, and overtime rotations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience in one or more dispatch disciplines preferred.
• Public safety credentials may be required depending on assignment.

Responsibilities

• Process requests involving police, fire, rescue, and medical assistance.
• Verify locations, incident details, and hazards.
• Prioritize and route calls using approved procedures.
• Dispatch units according to response plans.
• Coordinate multi-agency incidents as needed.
• Monitor radio traffic and unit availability.
• Provide caller instructions when trained and authorized.
• Maintain incident records and support interagency communications.

Skills

Clear communication

Multitasking

Decision making

Radio dispatch

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Radio equipment

Job description

National Public Safety Careers is seeking Police/Fire/EMS Dispatchers for opportunities in Nebraska. Dispatchers coordinate emergency responses across police, fire, and EMS in a combined communications environment, processing calls and managing radio assignments.

The role requires understanding varied response procedures, strong communication, and the ability to prioritize and coordinate while adhering to training and authority limits. Positions may include night, weekend, and overtime rotations.