Integrated Public Safety Dispatcher (Police/Fire/EMS)

National Public Safety Careers; Kendall West (FL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The Kendall, FL-based Police/Fire/EMS Dispatcher opportunities involve coordinating emergency responses across multiple services. Dispatchers process calls, assign radio resources, and prioritize incidents in a combined communications environment.

Roles require clear communication, the ability to adapt to changing priorities, and adherence to training and authority. This position may involve shift work, overtime, and working nights, weekends, and holidays.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent commonly required.
• Some agencies provide cross-training; others require experience in one or more dispatch disciplines.
• Credentials such as public safety telecommunicator or emergency medical dispatch may be required depending on assignment.

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

Job description

The Kendall, FL-based Police/Fire/EMS Dispatcher opportunities involve coordinating emergency responses across multiple services. Dispatchers process calls, assign radio resources, and prioritize incidents in a combined communications environment.

Roles require clear communication, the ability to adapt to changing priorities, and adherence to training and authority. This position may involve shift work, overtime, and working nights, weekends, and holidays.