Police and Fire Dispatcher

Step into a role where every call counts and your quick thinking can save lives. Our dedicated team of dispatchers are the vital link between emergency services and those in need.

• Open Availability: Be willing to work any shift, including nights, weekends, and holidays as necessary to have operations 24 hours a day/7 days a week.
• Clear Communicator: Articulate and efficient in relaying information.
• Quick Thinker: Make fast, accurate decisions in emergency scenarios.

• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to stay calm under pressure & maintain composure in high‑stress situations.
• A High School diploma or GED equivalent.
• One (1) year of experience working with the public or in a front‑facing position.

• Answer Emergency Calls: Handle 9-1-1 calls and radio communications for both Police and Fire departments with precision and care.
• Coordinate Responses: Collect and evaluate information to determine jurisdiction, equipment, and personnel to dispatch; provide critical information and support.
• Utilize Technology: Use a Computer Aided Dispatch (CAD) system to manage Calls For Services (CFS) and public inquiries.
• Provide Support: Offer calm reassurance to callers in distress.

Please for the full job description or go to bransonmo.gov for job description.

• Impactful Work: Your role saves lives and helps your community.
• Strong Support System: Join a team that values and supports each other.
• Career Growth: Opportunities for training and advancement.
• Strong Benefit/Retirement Package: Benefit statement listed below.

The starting hourly wage is $20.86 per hour and will increase to $21.70 per hour after 6 months of successful probation. Please for compensation/benefits information.

City of Branson, Missouri. This is an in office position requiring work to be performed onsite.

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must posses or be able to obtain MULES & PST1 certification.
• Must be able to attend occasional required off‑site training.
• Must possess no felony convictions at any time while employed by the City of Branson.
• Tattoos, Scarification, Body Art, and Body Modifications must meet City of Branson Employee Appearance at Work policy located HERE.
• Must be able to pass a background investigation and drug and alcohol screenings.

Apply now to become a Police & Fire Dispatcher and be the first line of response in emergencies.