Emergency Response Dispatcher — Police, Fire & EMS

National Public Safety Careers; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Retirement benefits

Paid leave

Job summary

National Public Safety Careers seeks Police/Fire/EMS Dispatchers to coordinate emergency responses across law enforcement, fire services, and emergency medical services in a unified communications environment.

You will process requests, verify details, and route calls while staying within training and authority. The role requires clear communication, situational awareness, and the ability to manage competing priorities in a high-stakes setting.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or equivalent is commonly required.
• Some agencies provide cross-training, while others require prior dispatch experience.

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

National Public Safety Careers seeks Police/Fire/EMS Dispatchers to coordinate emergency responses across law enforcement, fire services, and emergency medical services in a unified communications environment.

You will process requests, verify details, and route calls while staying within training and authority. The role requires clear communication, situational awareness, and the ability to manage competing priorities in a high-stakes setting.