Public Safety Dispatcher | 24/7 Emergency Communications

National Public Safety Careers; Whiteside (TN); On-site; USD 36,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Retirement benefits

Paid leave

Professional development

Job summary

National Public Safety Careers seeks qualified Public Safety Dispatchers and Telecommunicators to join Whiteside's emergency communications teams. You will handle calls, dispatch units, and coordinate resources under established procedures.

Applicants should have strong typing, listening, and communication skills, with the ability to multitask in dynamic, high-stress environments. Training and certifications vary by service area, and background checks are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Typing accuracy and speed required.
• Ability to multitask and switch between tasks.
• Certifications depend on service and jurisdiction.

Responsibilities

• Process emergency and nonemergency requests for public safety assistance.
• Verify incident locations and gather essential caller information.
• Classify and prioritize requests using approved procedures.
• Operate computer-aided dispatch, telephone, mapping, and radio systems.
• Coordinate response resources within assigned qualifications.
• Monitor unit status and communicate significant incident updates.
• Support interagency coordination and requests for additional assistance.
• Maintain accurate records and follow information-security requirements.

Skills

Typing

Active listening

Clear communication

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

CAD software

Radio systems

Telephone systems

Job description

National Public Safety Careers seeks qualified Public Safety Dispatchers and Telecommunicators to join Whiteside's emergency communications teams. You will handle calls, dispatch units, and coordinate resources under established procedures.

Applicants should have strong typing, listening, and communication skills, with the ability to multitask in dynamic, high-stress environments. Training and certifications vary by service area, and background checks are required.