Public Safety Emergency Dispatcher

National Public Safety Careers; Salisbury (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Retirement benefits

Job summary

National Public Safety Careers is seeking a Public Safety Dispatcher to join our Salisbury, MO operation. You will handle emergency and nonemergency requests, verify locations, and coordinate response resources using CAD, radio, and mapping systems.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, with training and certifications varying by jurisdiction. Positions may include nights, weekends, holidays, and potential overtime to ensure continuous public safety operations.

Qualifications

• Typing accuracy and speed are important.
• Active listening and clear communication are essential.
• Ability to switch between tasks in a high-pressure environment.

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
• Support interagency coordination and requests for additional assistance
• Maintain accurate records and follow information-security requirements

Skills

Typing

Active listening

Clear communication

Multitasking

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

National Public Safety Careers is seeking a Public Safety Dispatcher to join our Salisbury, MO operation. You will handle emergency and nonemergency requests, verify locations, and coordinate response resources using CAD, radio, and mapping systems.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, with training and certifications varying by jurisdiction. Positions may include nights, weekends, holidays, and potential overtime to ensure continuous public safety operations.