Emergency Communications Dispatcher — Public Safety

Public Safety Dispatch Network; Flemington (NJ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Retirement benefits

Paid leave

Employee assistance program

Continuing education

Shift differentials

Certification incentives

Job summary

Public Safety Dispatch Network seeks Police/Fire/EMS Dispatcher opportunities in Readington, NJ. Dispatchers coordinate emergency responses across law enforcement, fire services, and EMS in a combined communications environment.

The role requires clear communication, the ability to recognize changing priorities, and coordination within training and authority limits. Applicants may rotate between assignments and work nonstandard hours. Training will be provided.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or recognized equivalent is commonly required.
• Public safety credentials or cross-training may be required depending on the assignment.
• Certifications and deadlines must be confirmed in the official vacancy.

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

Clear communication

Multitasking

Radio procedures

Disaster response

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Public Safety Dispatch Network seeks Police/Fire/EMS Dispatcher opportunities in Readington, NJ. Dispatchers coordinate emergency responses across law enforcement, fire services, and EMS in a combined communications environment.

The role requires clear communication, the ability to recognize changing priorities, and coordination within training and authority limits. Applicants may rotate between assignments and work nonstandard hours. Training will be provided.