Emergency Communications Dispatcher — Police/Fire/EMS (Combined)

Regional 911 Intake Solutions; Blackfoot (ID); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Regional 911 Intake Solutions in Shelley, ID seeks Police/Fire/EMS Dispatchers to coordinate emergency responses across police, fire, and EMS. This role processes calls, assigns radio units, verifies incident details, and prioritizes actions according to protocols.

Candidates typically need a high school diploma and may pursue credentials such as public safety telecommunicator or EMS dispatch. The job offers exposure to multiple agencies, cross-training opportunities, and a chance to support

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or recognized equivalent is commonly required.
• Some agencies provide cross-training; 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

Communication

Multitasking

Public safety dispatch

Radio coordination

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Regional 911 Intake Solutions in Shelley, ID seeks Police/Fire/EMS Dispatchers to coordinate emergency responses across police, fire, and EMS. This role processes calls, assigns radio units, verifies incident details, and prioritizes actions according to protocols.

Candidates typically need a high school diploma and may pursue credentials such as public safety telecommunicator or EMS dispatch. The job offers exposure to multiple agencies, cross-training opportunities, and a chance to support