The Town of Mashpee Police Department welcomes applications for a full time Public Safety Dispatcher; $29.33/hour - $31.10/hour commensurate with qualifications and experience. This position works 40 hours/week including nights, weekends and holidays.

Minimum Requirements:

Minimum of age eighteen (18); High school diploma or equivalent; experience in dealing with the public preferred; experience in emergency dispatching for police and/or fire strongly preferred; or any equivalent combination of education, training or experience which demonstrates possession of the required knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to perform the essential functions of the job. Current APCO Telecommunicator, PowerPhone, or equivalent preferred. Must be skilled in the operation of multiple radio, computer and other telecommunications equipment; ability to handle emergency situations calmly, promptly and efficiently; ability to endure extended periods of high activity high stress situations. Must be able to perform shift work and work periodic mandatory overtime. Candidates will be required to successfully complete an oral board interview, hands-on radio communication test, appointing authority interview, comprehensive background investigation, and medical examination. All candidates must successfully serve a minimum of a one (1) year probationary period.

Responsibilities:

Receives and manages all emergency, non-emergency and general business calls received by the Police Department; dispatches the correct public safety/public service response based upon the available information and departmental policies and procedures; records incident activity and provides information and other support to responding units. Performs other collateral duties as assigned. Comprehensive benefits package includes Town contribution of 75% towards the cost of health insurance, defined benefit pension program, generous vacation package, life/dental/vision plan options, as well as deferred compensation plans. Further information can be found on the Human Resources Department Employee Benefits webpage at mashpeema.gov .

Apply by:

August 31, 2026 In order to be considered, a fully completed original Employment Application is required (available on the HR Dept. Employment Opportunities webpage at mashpeema.gov ). The original application must be received by no later than 4:00pm on August 31, 2026 to: Mashpee Town Hall, Human Resources Department 16 Great Neck Road North Mashpee, MA 02649 The Town of Mashpee is an EEO/AA Employer Applications from Women and Minorities are Encouraged