Public Safety Dispatch - Position Open

Block Island Harbors Department; Indiana (PA); On-site; USD 26,139 - 37,229; Part time

Job summary

Block Island Harbors Department in Pennsylvania is seeking a Public Safety Dispatch to handle routine and emergency calls for police, fire, EMS, and harbor services. The position is unionized and may require night, weekend and holiday coverage.

Workload ranges from 20 to 40 hours per week with benefits eligibility. Applicants must be 18+, possess a HS diploma or GED, be a US citizen, and pass a thorough background check.

Qualifications

• Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong computer, data entry, and database management skills with accuracy.
• Proficiency with Windows computing environments and Microsoft Office.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and work under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Dispatch routine and emergency public assistance calls for police, fire, EMS, and harbor operations.
• Handle in-station requests from the public with professionalism and tact.
• Maintain accurate records and coordinate with agencies as needed.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Data entry

Database management

Microsoft Office

Typing

Windows proficiency

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Windows OS

Job description

Public Safety Dispatch - Position Open

Position Details

Union position affiliated with Council 94 and is classified as Labor Grade E. 20-40 hours per week (may have to work nights, weekends and holidays).

Salary

Step 1 starts at $23.05 per hour. Upon successful completion of a six-month probationary period, a Step and wage increase is possible. Benefits eligible.

Eligibility

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Have a High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• Be a United States citizen
• Requires a thorough background check

Duties

Dispatchers are responsible for the handling of routine and emergency public assistance calls for police, fire, emergency medical services and in-station requests from members of the public.

Required Skills and Competencies

Applicants must have excellent verbal and written communication skills, strong computer, data entry, and database management skills with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.

Applicants must possess a demonstrated ability to remain calm in stressful and emergency situations; multi-task and function well under pressure and in a fast-paced environment; maintain a high degree of maturity, strict confidentiality, and exercise discretion in the handling of sensitive and confidential information.

Applicants must also be able to establish and maintain successful working relationships with fellow employees, the public, and others in a courteous manner, and deal tactfully, respectfully, and effectively with the public in both routine and crisis situations.

• Proficiency with Windows computing environments
• Microsoft Office
• General data entry/word processing and typing

Additional Information

• Position open until filled.
• EOE
• Posted: 2/19/2026
• Job Category: Job Openings
• Status: Open
• Closing: Open Until Filled