Emergency Communications Specialist Public Safety Dispatcher

Public Safety Dispatch Network; New Stanton (Westmoreland County); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement benefits

Paid leave

Continuing education

Job summary

Public Safety Dispatch Network in Stanton, MO is seeking Police/Fire/EMS Dispatchers to coordinate emergency responses across agencies. The role involves processing calls, verifying details, and routing assignments to appropriate units.

You will operate in a combined communications environment, monitor radio traffic, and maintain incident records. A high school diploma is commonly required; training and credentials may be required by each agency.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or recognized equivalent is commonly required.
• Some agencies provide cross-training for dispatch disciplines.
• Other assignments may require prior experience in one or more 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

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Public Safety Dispatch Network in Stanton, MO is seeking Police/Fire/EMS Dispatchers to coordinate emergency responses across agencies. The role involves processing calls, verifying details, and routing assignments to appropriate units.

You will operate in a combined communications environment, monitor radio traffic, and maintain incident records. A high school diploma is commonly required; training and credentials may be required by each agency.