Emergency Communications Specialist for Police, Fire & EMS

National Public Safety Careers; Forrest City (AR); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Paid leave

Education resources

Shift differentials

Job summary

National Public Safety Careers seeks a skilled public safety dispatcher to support consolidated dispatch centers across Arkansas. You will process requests for police, fire, rescue, and medical responses, verify incident details, and dispatch units per approved plans.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, with potential for earned credentials in public safety dispatch. Expect shift rotations, exposure to critical incidents, and ongoing training to maintain certifications.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Public safety telecommunicator credentials may be required.
• Experience in dispatch disciplines may be preferred.
• Background checks and training per vacancy.

Responsibilities

• Process requests involving police, fire, rescue, and medical assistance.
• Verify locations, incident details, and immediate hazards.
• 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.

Skills

Public safety dispatch

Radio communications

Education

High school diploma

Public safety credentials

Job description

National Public Safety Careers seeks a skilled public safety dispatcher to support consolidated dispatch centers across Arkansas. You will process requests for police, fire, rescue, and medical responses, verify incident details, and dispatch units per approved plans.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, with potential for earned credentials in public safety dispatch. Expect shift rotations, exposure to critical incidents, and ongoing training to maintain certifications.