Public Safety Dispatcher: Police, Fire & EMS

National Public Safety Careers; Hackettstown (NJ); On-site; USD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Retirement benefits

Paid leave

Education support

Shift differentials

Certification incentives

Job summary

National Public Safety Careers is seeking Police/Fire/EMS Dispatchers for Belvidere, NJ. In a combined communications environment, you process calls and manage radio assignments across police, fire, and EMS.

The role requires clear communication, the ability to multitask, and adherence to training and authority. Responsibilities include coordinating units, verifying details, and maintaining incident records in a fast-paced public safety setting.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or recognized equivalent is commonly required.
• Some agencies provide cross-training, while others require experience in one or more dispatch disciplines before appointment.

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

Job description

National Public Safety Careers is seeking Police/Fire/EMS Dispatchers for Belvidere, NJ. In a combined communications environment, you process calls and manage radio assignments across police, fire, and EMS.

The role requires clear communication, the ability to multitask, and adherence to training and authority. Responsibilities include coordinating units, verifying details, and maintaining incident records in a fast-paced public safety setting.