Emergency Communications Dispatcher: Police, Fire & EMS

National Public Safety Careers; Morton (MS); On-site; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

National Public Safety Careers is seeking Police/Fire/EMS dispatchers for opportunities in Scott, Mississippi. Dispatchers coordinate emergency responses across law enforcement, fire services, and emergency medical services in a combined communications environment.

The role demands clear communication, the ability to stay within training and authority, and the skill to manage changing priorities while coordinating assistance. Shift work and rotating schedules are common in this field.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Cross-training in multiple dispatch disciplines preferred.
• Public safety credentials may be required depending on the agency.

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

Communication

Multitasking

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

National Public Safety Careers is seeking Police/Fire/EMS dispatchers for opportunities in Scott, Mississippi. Dispatchers coordinate emergency responses across law enforcement, fire services, and emergency medical services in a combined communications environment.

The role demands clear communication, the ability to stay within training and authority, and the skill to manage changing priorities while coordinating assistance. Shift work and rotating schedules are common in this field.