Emergency Communications Dispatcher - Police/Fire/EMS

National Public Safety Careers; Asheville (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Retirement benefits

Paid leave

Continuing education opportunities

Shift differentials

Job summary

National Public Safety Careers seeks Police/Fire/EMS Dispatcher opportunities in Enka, NC. Dispatchers coordinate emergency responses across police, fire, and EMS in a combined communications environment, processing calls and routing units per established plans.

The role requires clear communication, ability to adapt to changing priorities, and strict adherence to training and authority. Employees may work nights, weekends, holidays, and required overtime in a year-round combined dispatch center.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or recognized equivalent is commonly required.
• Public safety credentials may be required depending on assignment.
• Training for each dispatch discipline is completed after appointment.

Responsibilities

• Process requests involving police, fire, rescue, and medical assistance
• Verify locations, incident details, and hazards
• Prioritize and route calls according to approved plans
• Dispatch units and coordinate multi‑agency incidents
• Monitor radio traffic and unit availability
• Provide caller instructions when trained
• Maintain incident records and support interagency communications

Skills

Clear communication

Public safety dispatch

Multitasking

Procedural adherence

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

National Public Safety Careers seeks Police/Fire/EMS Dispatcher opportunities in Enka, NC. Dispatchers coordinate emergency responses across police, fire, and EMS in a combined communications environment, processing calls and routing units per established plans.

The role requires clear communication, ability to adapt to changing priorities, and strict adherence to training and authority. Employees may work nights, weekends, holidays, and required overtime in a year-round combined dispatch center.