Emergency Communications Officer (911 Dispatcher)

West Chester Township Emergency Communications Department is accepting applications for the position of Communications Officer (Dispatcher). Candidate must have the ability to communicate well, verbally and in writing for the purpose of providing information and assistance to co-workers and the public on a daily basis. Communication Officers process emergency and non-emergency calls for service and dispatches Police, Fire and EMS using computer aided dispatch technology.

You must be able to work rotating shifts, nights, holidays and weekends; this is a stressful, demanding, fast paced job involving life and death situations.

Effective 10/1/2026, the pay rate for this position is $28.20 per hour. Experience may be considered for rate.

The Community:

This position provides the exciting opportunity to serve Ohio’s largest township and “One of America’s Best Places to Live.” West Chester is committed to superb customer service with an emphasis on integrity, fiscal responsibility and open communications. It is a lean and fiscally sound government known for providing exceptional services to a vibrant community.

Required Qualifications:

• High School diploma or equivalent

Preferred Qualifications:

• Communications/911 dispatch experience

Benefits:

• 11 paid holidays
• Paid leave, including vacation, personal and sick
• Comprehensive Health, Dental and Vision Benefits
• Employer paid life insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Participation in the Ohio Public Employees Retirement System

First review of applications beginning 9/9/2026. Pre-interview testing will take place before interviews from 9/10/2026-9/14/2026. Interviews are targeted to start the week of 9/21/2026.

All complete applications will be emailed on 9/10/2026 to complete an online assessment. Those who complete and successfully pass the assessment will be considered for an interview.

The selection process includes: pre-interview testing, panel interview, polygraph, background check, and drug screen.

West Chester Township is an equal opportunity employer.