Emergency Communications Specialist — Public Safety

National Public Safety Careers; Salt Flat (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Retirement benefits

Paid leave

Professional development

Job summary

National Public Safety Careers is seeking a Public Safety Dispatcher / Telecommunicator to join a communications center in Texas. You will manage call intake, dispatch police and fire units, and coordinate EMS as needed, using CAD and radio systems to keep responders informed.

Responsibilities include verifying locations, prioritizing emergencies, and maintaining records while upholding confidentiality and agency procedures.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; some agencies require additional training.
• Accurate typing, active listening, and clear communication are essential.
• Certifications depend on the services handled and jurisdiction rules.

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
• Maintain accurate records and follow information-security requirements

Skills

Active listening

Typing speed

Clear communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

CAD systems

Radio systems

Job description

National Public Safety Careers is seeking a Public Safety Dispatcher / Telecommunicator to join a communications center in Texas. You will manage call intake, dispatch police and fire units, and coordinate EMS as needed, using CAD and radio systems to keep responders informed.

Responsibilities include verifying locations, prioritizing emergencies, and maintaining records while upholding confidentiality and agency procedures.