Roanoke 911 Dispatcher: Police, Fire & EMS

Public Safety Dispatch Network; Oregon; On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Retirement benefits

Paid leave

Employee-assistance resources

Continuing education

Shift differentials

Certification incentives

Job summary

Public Safety Dispatch Network in Roanoke is seeking Police/Fire/EMS Dispatchers to coordinate emergency responses across police, fire, and medical services in a combined communications environment. This role requires clear communication, the ability to prioritize quickly, and the discipline to follow established procedures while managing multiple alarms and radio channels.

A high school diploma is commonly required; candidates may need professional certifications depending on the assignment,

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or recognized equivalent is commonly required.
• Some agencies provide cross-training.
• Credentials may be required depending on assignment (public safety telecommunicator, emergency medical dispatch, fire dispatch, or police dispatch).

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

Clear communication

Multitasking

Prioritization

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Public Safety Dispatch Network in Roanoke is seeking Police/Fire/EMS Dispatchers to coordinate emergency responses across police, fire, and medical services in a combined communications environment. This role requires clear communication, the ability to prioritize quickly, and the discipline to follow established procedures while managing multiple alarms and radio channels.

A high school diploma is commonly required; candidates may need professional certifications depending on the assignment,