Public Safety Dispatcher — Emergency Communications Pro

National Public Safety Careers; Hawaii; On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Retirement benefits

Paid leave

Professional development

Job summary

National Public Safety Careers is recruiting for Public Safety Dispatcher / Telecommunicator positions in Papaaloa, HI. Responsibilities include taking calls, dispatching police, fire, or EMS, and using CAD, mapping, and radio systems to coordinate responses.

Ideal applicants have a high school diploma and strong typing, listening, and communication skills. Training and background checks are typical; shifts may include nights, weekends, and overtime. Employment conditions vary by agency.

Qualifications

• Typing accuracy and speed required.
• Active listening and clear verbal and written communication essential.
• Ability to switch between tasks and follow established procedures.

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

Task switching

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

National Public Safety Careers is recruiting for Public Safety Dispatcher / Telecommunicator positions in Papaaloa, HI. Responsibilities include taking calls, dispatching police, fire, or EMS, and using CAD, mapping, and radio systems to coordinate responses.

Ideal applicants have a high school diploma and strong typing, listening, and communication skills. Training and background checks are typical; shifts may include nights, weekends, and overtime. Employment conditions vary by agency.