Emergency Communications Specialist - Police/Fire/EMS

National Public Safety Careers; New Paris (PA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision coverage

Retirement benefits

Paid leave

Employee assistance program

Continuing education

Shift differentials

Certification incentives

Job summary

National Public Safety Careers seeks Police/Fire/EMS Dispatcher opportunities in New Bedford, PA. Dispatchers coordinate emergency responses across law enforcement, fire services, and EMS in a combined communications environment, handling calls and radio assignments for several disciplines.

The role requires understanding of different procedures, clear communication, and the ability to adapt to changing priorities while following training and authority limits.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or recognized equivalent is commonly required.
• Some agencies provide cross-training or experience in dispatch disciplines.

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

Calm under pressure

Discipline knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

National Public Safety Careers seeks Police/Fire/EMS Dispatcher opportunities in New Bedford, PA. Dispatchers coordinate emergency responses across law enforcement, fire services, and EMS in a combined communications environment, handling calls and radio assignments for several disciplines.

The role requires understanding of different procedures, clear communication, and the ability to adapt to changing priorities while following training and authority limits.