Emergency Communications Dispatcher (Police/Fire/EMS)

Public Safety Dispatch Network; Dry Branch (WV); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Retirement benefits

Paid leave

Employee assistance resources

Continuing education

Job summary

Public Safety Dispatch Network in Drybranch, WV seeks Police/Fire/EMS Dispatchers to coordinate emergency responses across police, fire, and EMS. You will process calls, verify details, and dispatch units per approved plans, while monitoring radio traffic and maintaining records.

Applicants typically need a high school diploma; cross-training or credentials may be required depending on assignment. Work may involve nights, weekends, and overtime per vacancy.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent commonly required.
• Public safety credentials or training may be required depending on assignment.
• Certifications and deadlines vary by vacancy.

Responsibilities

• Process requests involving police, fire, rescue, and medical dispatch.
• Verify locations, incident details and hazards.
• Prioritize and route calls per approved procedures.
• Dispatch units according to response plans.
• Coordinate incidents needing multiple emergency services.
• Monitor radio traffic and unit availability.
• Provide caller instructions when trained and authorized.
• Maintain incident records and interagency communications.

Job description

Public Safety Dispatch Network in Drybranch, WV seeks Police/Fire/EMS Dispatchers to coordinate emergency responses across police, fire, and EMS. You will process calls, verify details, and dispatch units per approved plans, while monitoring radio traffic and maintaining records.

Applicants typically need a high school diploma; cross-training or credentials may be required depending on assignment. Work may involve nights, weekends, and overtime per vacancy.