Public Safety Dispatcher — Police, Fire & EMS

Public Safety Dispatch Network; South Gibson (PA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Public Safety Dispatch Network in Gibson, PA is seeking experienced Police/Fire/EMS Dispatchers to coordinate emergency responses across law enforcement, fire services and emergency medical services. You will process calls, verify locations and incident details, prioritize needs, and route units according to approved response plans.

This role involves headset work and monitoring multiple channels, with shifts including nights, weekends and overtime.

Qualifications

• Requires ability to process calls and route units.
• Requires ability to prioritize under pressure.
• May require certifications depending on assignment.

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

Communication skills

Multitasking

Public safety knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Public Safety Dispatch Network in Gibson, PA is seeking experienced Police/Fire/EMS Dispatchers to coordinate emergency responses across law enforcement, fire services and emergency medical services. You will process calls, verify locations and incident details, prioritize needs, and route units according to approved response plans.

This role involves headset work and monitoring multiple channels, with shifts including nights, weekends and overtime.