Emergency Dispatcher – Police, Fire & EMS

Public Safety Dispatch Network; Franklinton (LA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Public Safety Dispatch Network seeks Police/Fire/EMS dispatchers for Angie, LA. The role involves coordinating emergency responses across agencies, processing calls, and assigning radio resources to multiple disciplines in a combined communications environment.

Applicants typically hold a high school diploma or equivalent and may require credentials related to dispatch disciplines. Training, background checks, and ongoing certifications are standard parts of employment.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or recognized equivalent is commonly required.

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 or equivalent

Job description

Public Safety Dispatch Network seeks Police/Fire/EMS dispatchers for Angie, LA. The role involves coordinating emergency responses across agencies, processing calls, and assigning radio resources to multiple disciplines in a combined communications environment.

Applicants typically hold a high school diploma or equivalent and may require credentials related to dispatch disciplines. Training, background checks, and ongoing certifications are standard parts of employment.