Public Safety Dispatcher - Police, Fire & EMS

Public Safety Dispatch Network; Vallejo (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Paid leave

Continuing education

Shift differentials

Job summary

Public Safety Dispatch Network in Albion, WA seeks qualified dispatchers to coordinate emergency responses across police, fire, and EMS. The role involves processing calls, assigning units, and ensuring proper coordination of incident details with a focus on prioritization and safety.

Applicants should be prepared for a training program, background checks, and compliance with confidentiality requirements. The position may involve rotating shifts, evenings, weekends, and overtime as needed.

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.
• Required certifications, accepted providers, and completion 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

Education

High school diploma or recognized equivalent

Job description

Public Safety Dispatch Network in Albion, WA seeks qualified dispatchers to coordinate emergency responses across police, fire, and EMS. The role involves processing calls, assigning units, and ensuring proper coordination of incident details with a focus on prioritization and safety.

Applicants should be prepared for a training program, background checks, and compliance with confidentiality requirements. The position may involve rotating shifts, evenings, weekends, and overtime as needed.