Emergency Communications Dispatcher: Public Safety Pro

Public Safety Dispatch Network; Glouster (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Retirement benefits

Paid leave

Professional development

Job summary

Public Safety Dispatch Network in Sedalia, OH, is seeking a dispatcher/telecommunicator to support call taking and dispatch operations. Duties include operating CAD, telephone and radio systems, verifying locations, and coordinating resources for emergencies.

Required is a high school diploma or equivalent, with background screening and training required. Work may include nights, weekends, and overtime depending on staffing and emergencies.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is commonly required.
• Commitment to background screening and competency assessments.

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

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

CAD systems

Job description

Public Safety Dispatch Network in Sedalia, OH, is seeking a dispatcher/telecommunicator to support call taking and dispatch operations. Duties include operating CAD, telephone and radio systems, verifying locations, and coordinating resources for emergencies.

Required is a high school diploma or equivalent, with background screening and training required. Work may include nights, weekends, and overtime depending on staffing and emergencies.