Public Safety Dispatcher & Telecommunicator

Public Safety Dispatch Network; Skykomish (WA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Retirement benefits

Job summary

Public Safety Dispatch Network in Skykomish, WA, seeks a dedicated Public Safety Dispatcher/Telecommunicator to manage emergency and nonemergency calls, verify locations, and use CAD, radio, and mapping systems. The role blends information flow with disciplined decision-making to support responders.

Responsibilities include prioritizing requests, coordinating resources, and maintaining accurate records while adhering to confidentiality and training standards as required by the jurisdiction.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or recognized equivalent required.
• Entry-level and experienced classifications may have different qualifications, training expectations, and compensation.
• Required certifications depend on the services handled and jurisdiction’s training standards.

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.

Job description

Public Safety Dispatch Network in Skykomish, WA, seeks a dedicated Public Safety Dispatcher/Telecommunicator to manage emergency and nonemergency calls, verify locations, and use CAD, radio, and mapping systems. The role blends information flow with disciplined decision-making to support responders.

Responsibilities include prioritizing requests, coordinating resources, and maintaining accurate records while adhering to confidentiality and training standards as required by the jurisdiction.