Police/Fire/EMS Dispatcher — Montour, PA

Public Safety Dispatch Network; Danville (PA); On-site; USD 43,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision coverage

Retirement benefits

Paid leave

Employee assistance

Job summary

Public Safety Dispatch Network in Montour, PA is seeking Police/Fire/EMS Dispatchers to coordinate emergency responses across agencies. You will process calls, verify details, and deploy units in fast-paced environments.

The role requires clear communication, quick prioritization, and knowledge of response procedures. Candidates may need dispatcher credentials depending on assignment and must be prepared for shift work and overtime.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or recognized equivalent commonly required.
• Some agencies provide cross-training; others may require experience in one or more dispatch disciplines.
• Required credentials/certifications vary by assignment and must be confirmed in the official vacancy.

Responsibilities

• Process requests involving police, fire, rescue, and medical assistance
• Verify locations, incident details, and 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

Skills

Multitasking

Communication

Prioritization

Public safety knowledge

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Radio systems

CAD software

Headset operations

Job description

Public Safety Dispatch Network in Montour, PA is seeking Police/Fire/EMS Dispatchers to coordinate emergency responses across agencies. You will process calls, verify details, and deploy units in fast-paced environments.

The role requires clear communication, quick prioritization, and knowledge of response procedures. Candidates may need dispatcher credentials depending on assignment and must be prepared for shift work and overtime.