Public Safety Dispatcher — 24/7 Emergency Communications

Public Safety Dispatch Network; Franklin Township (PA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Paid leave

Education resources

Job summary

Public Safety Dispatch Network in Cashtown, PA is seeking Police/Fire/EMS dispatchers to coordinate emergency responses in a combined communications environment. The role involves processing calls, verifying details, and routing units while adhering to procedures and authority limits.

Applicants should have a high school diploma and may need credentials depending on assignment; training and background checks are required. Shift work, overtime, and year-round operations are common in this field.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or recognized equivalent commonly required.
• Some agencies provide cross-training while others require experience in one or more dispatch disciplines.

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 recognized equivalent

Job description

Public Safety Dispatch Network in Cashtown, PA is seeking Police/Fire/EMS dispatchers to coordinate emergency responses in a combined communications environment. The role involves processing calls, verifying details, and routing units while adhering to procedures and authority limits.

Applicants should have a high school diploma and may need credentials depending on assignment; training and background checks are required. Shift work, overtime, and year-round operations are common in this field.