Emergency Communications Dispatcher (Public Safety)

National Public Safety Careers; Port Washington (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Retirement benefits

Paid leave

Employee assistance resources

Professional development

Job summary

National Public Safety Careers seeks Public Safety Dispatcher/Telecommunicator opportunities in Nassau. These roles support the flow of information between the public and emergency response agencies, potentially including call taking, police/fire dispatch, and EMS dispatch.

Work involves operating CAD, telephone, mapping, and radio systems, with emphasis on accurate information, coordination, and staying aware of shifting priorities.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or recognized equivalent is commonly required.
• Applicants should demonstrate accurate typing, active listening, clear communication, and the ability to switch between tasks.
• Required certifications depend on the services handled and the jurisdiction's training standards.

Responsibilities

• Process emergency and nonemergency requests for public safety assistance
• Verify incident locations and gather essential caller information
• Classify and prioritize requests using approved procedures
• Operate computer-aided dispatch, telephone, mapping, and radio systems
• Coordinate response resources within assigned qualifications
• Monitor unit status and communicate significant incident updates
• Support interagency coordination and requests for additional assistance
• Maintain accurate records and follow information-security requirements

Skills

Typing

Active listening

Clear communication

Multitasking

Education

High school diploma

Job description

National Public Safety Careers seeks Public Safety Dispatcher/Telecommunicator opportunities in Nassau. These roles support the flow of information between the public and emergency response agencies, potentially including call taking, police/fire dispatch, and EMS dispatch.

Work involves operating CAD, telephone, mapping, and radio systems, with emphasis on accurate information, coordination, and staying aware of shifting priorities.