Public Safety Dispatcher & Telecommunicator

Public Safety Dispatch Network; Wellsboro (Tioga County); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Paid leave

Retirement benefits

Job summary

Public Safety Dispatch Network in Wellsboro, PA seeks qualified Public Safety Dispatcher / Telecommunicator candidates to join a fast-paced team handling emergency and nonemergency calls. You will log details, verify locations, and coordinate responders using CAD, mapping, and radio systems.

The role requires strong typing, active listening, and clear communication to support accurate information flow and safe, timely responses.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; on-the-job training varies by agency.
• Strong typing and listening skills essential for accurate data capture.
• Clear, concise communication needed for callers and responders.

Responsibilities

• Take emergency and nonemergency calls and log details accurately.
• Verify locations and collect essential caller information.
• Classify and prioritize requests using approved procedures.
• Operate CAD, telephone, mapping and radio systems.
• Coordinate response resources and monitor unit status.
• Maintain records and comply with information-security requirements.

Skills

Active listening

Typing speed

Clear communication

Education

High school diploma

Tools

CAD systems

Radio systems

Dispatch software

Mapping software

Job description

Public Safety Dispatch Network in Wellsboro, PA seeks qualified Public Safety Dispatcher / Telecommunicator candidates to join a fast-paced team handling emergency and nonemergency calls. You will log details, verify locations, and coordinate responders using CAD, mapping, and radio systems.

The role requires strong typing, active listening, and clear communication to support accurate information flow and safe, timely responses.