Public Safety Dispatcher – Police, Fire and EMS

National Public Safety Careers; Ewing Township (NJ); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Retirement benefits

Paid leave

Continuing education

Job summary

National Public Safety Careers is seeking Police/Fire/EMS Dispatchers to join a combined communications center in Ewing, NJ. You will process calls, assign radio resources, and coordinate responses across police, fire, and emergency medical services.

The role requires clear communication, the ability to prioritize evolving priorities, and strict adherence to procedures. A high school diploma is commonly required, with cross-training and credentials depending on assignment; background checks and

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or recognized equivalent is commonly required.
• Some agencies provide cross-training; others require experience in one or more dispatch disciplines before appointment.
• Required certifications, accepted providers, and deadlines must be confirmed in the official vacancy.

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

Skills

Clear communication

Prioritization

Coordination across agencies

Multitasking

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

National Public Safety Careers is seeking Police/Fire/EMS Dispatchers to join a combined communications center in Ewing, NJ. You will process calls, assign radio resources, and coordinate responses across police, fire, and emergency medical services.

The role requires clear communication, the ability to prioritize evolving priorities, and strict adherence to procedures. A high school diploma is commonly required, with cross-training and credentials depending on assignment; background checks and