Per Diem Public Safety Dispatcher

Town of Nantucket; Nantucket (MA); On-site; USD 51,000 - 69,000; Part time

Job summary

The Town of Nantucket is seeking qualified candidates for a Per Diem Public Safety Dispatcher. Dispatchers play a critical role in protecting our community by receiving emergency and non-emergency calls, coordinating the response of police, fire, and EMS personnel, and providing essential support to first responders and residents.

Hourly rate is $43.32 with a flexible, per diem schedule. Candidates must obtain E911, APCO Telecommunicator, EMD, and CPR/First Responder certifications within one

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; college experience preferred.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to remain calm under pressure and make quick, sound decisions.
• Familiarity with computers, office equipment, and dispatch systems helpful.
• Must be able to work days, evenings, overnights, weekends, and holidays as scheduled.
• Certification in E911, APCO Telecommunicator, Emergency Medical Dispatch (EMD), and CPR/First Responder within one year of hire.

Responsibilities

• Receive emergency and non-emergency calls and coordinate police, fire, and EMS responses.
• Provide essential support to first responders and residents while maintaining calm and collected communication.

Skills

Strong communication

Calm under pressure

Decision making

Dispatch systems

Computer literacy

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Dispatch systems

Job description

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

The Town of Nantucket is seeking qualified candidates for the Per Diem Public Safety Dispatcher position. Dispatchers play a critical role in protecting our community by receiving emergency and non-emergency calls, coordinating the response of police, fire, and EMS personnel, and providing essential support to first responders and residents.

QUALIFICATIONS

High school diploma or GED required; college experience preferred. Strong communication skills, both verbal and written. Ability to remain calm under pressure and make quick, sound decisions. Familiarity with computers, office equipment, and dispatch systems helpful. Must be able to work days, evenings, overnights, weekends, and holidays as scheduled. Successful candidates must obtain certification in E911, APCO Telecommunicator, Emergency Medical Dispatch (EMD), and CPR/First Responder within one year of hire.

Why Join Us?

This is a unique opportunity to serve the community in a vital public safety role. Dispatchers are the lifeline between the public and emergency responders, helping to save lives and protect property every day.

Schedule & Compensation

Per Diem, non-union, flexible, as needed to cover shifts. Hourly rate $43.32 (fixed rate). This position has a fixed hourly rate and is not subject to individual salary negotiation.

Application Deadline:

Sunday, November 8th at 4:00 pm