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City of Bedford, TX

Public Safety Dispatcher

Bedford, TX · On-site

$26.87 - $33.57/hr

Description SUMMARY Public Safety Dispatchers are vital members of the first responder team who ... software, weather siren software and other relevant equipment utilized by this position.

City of Covina, CA

Public Safety Dispatcher

Covina, CA · On-site

$61K - $80K/yr

Receives and processes routine and emergency calls and alarms; dispatches public safety and public ... software; methods and techniques for record keeping and report preparation and writing; proper ...

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Junior Software Engineer (Remote)

Austin, TX · Remote

$85K - $115K/yr

Junior Software Engineer Build real public safety software with AI tools, modern web apps, and direct engineering mentorship. Our client builds software used by public safety teams that handle ...

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Junior Software Engineer

Austin, TX · On-site

Junior Software Engineer Build real public safety software with AI tools, modern web apps, and direct engineering mentorship. Our client builds software used by public safety teams that handle ...

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How much do public safety software jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for public safety software in the United States is $68,964.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $44,000.00 and $85,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Public Safety Software job?

A Public Safety Software job involves developing, implementing, and maintaining technology solutions used by law enforcement, emergency services, and other public safety agencies. Professionals in this field work with software designed for dispatch systems, records management, crime analysis, and emergency response coordination. They may be responsible for software development, system integration, troubleshooting, and user training. The goal is to enhance efficiency, data accuracy, and decision-making in public safety operations.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Public Safety Software position, and why are they important?

To excel in Public Safety Software roles, individuals need expertise in software development or administration, familiarity with public safety protocols, and an understanding of dispatch or records management technologies. Experience with systems like CAD (Computer-Aided Dispatch), RMS (Records Management Systems), and relevant certifications such as CJIS compliance are highly valued. Strong problem-solving skills, effective communication, and the ability to work collaboratively with both technical teams and public safety personnel are important soft skills. These qualifications ensure that software solutions effectively support critical emergency response operations while adhering to industry regulations.

What are some common challenges faced by professionals working in Public Safety Software roles?

Professionals in Public Safety Software often navigate the challenge of integrating complex IT systems with the unique workflows of emergency response teams. They must ensure reliable, real-time operations while maintaining strict security and regulatory compliance standards. Regularly working with diverse stakeholders—including dispatchers, law enforcement, and IT staff—requires adaptability and excellent communication. These challenges make the role dynamic and impactful, as reliable software is crucial for effective public safety outcomes.

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Infographic showing various Public Safety Software job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 57% Full Time, 40% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $68,964 per year, or $33.2 per hour.
Public Safety Dispatcher

Public Safety Dispatcher

US Department of the Interior

Washington, DC

$51K/yr

Other

Posted 8 days ago

U.S. Department Of The Interior rating

7.8

Company rating: 7.8 out of 10

Based on 14 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

299th of 645 rated public administrative organizations

Job description

This position is part of the United States Park Police Services Division, Technical Services Branch.
This position ensures effective telecommunications to the Force, other law enforcement and public safety agencies, operational personnel and the public. The incumbent will be responsible for answering 911 - Emergency and Non Emergency calls for service and providing Law Enforcement communications services which operate 24-hours a day, seven days a week.Qualifications:Requirements Continued...
  • This position has been designated "Essential". In the event of severe weather conditions or other such emergency type situations the incumbent is required to report to work or remain at work as scheduled to support mission operations. You may be required to work evenings, weekends, holidays, overtime and shift work.
  • Within 12 months of employment, you must be able to obtain and maintain required dispatching and emergency management certifications determined by locality selected. This may include National Criminal Information Network (NCIC), National Law Enforcements Communications System (NLETS), and State criminal information networks (i.e., ACCESS, TLETS, VCIN, etc.) , and/or Emergency Medical Dispatching (EMD).
  • You may be required to work on-call, evenings, weekends, holidays, overtime and shift work.
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance.
  • You will be required to submit to a drug test and receive a negative drug test result prior to appointment. In addition, this position is subject to random testing for illegal drug use.
  • Promotion to the full performance level is neither guaranteed nor implied and will be based solely on your ability to satisfactorily perform the work of the position, existing work at the higher grade level, and recommendation by the position's supervisor.
  • A selectee receiving a first appointment to the Federal Government (Civil Service) is entitled only to the lowest step of the grade for which selected. The display of a salary range on this vacancy shall not be construed as granting an entitlement to a higher rate of pay.
All qualifications must be met by the closing date of this announcement-06/15/2026-unless otherwise stated in this vacancy announcement.
Credit will be given for all appropriate qualifying experience. To receive credit for experience, your 2 page resume MUST clearly indicate the nature of the duties and responsibilities for each position, starting and ending dates of employment (month/year), and the resume must reflect total number of hours worked (i.e., work 40+ hours a week, rather than indicating full-time or part-time, hours must be included). If part-time, the hours must be annotated to be able to pro-rate the amount of qualified specialized experience.
All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement unless otherwise stated in this vacancy announcement.
SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
For the GS-06 level:
EXPERIENCE: At least one full year of specialized experience comparable in scope and responsibility to the GS-05 grade level in the Federal service (obtained in either the public or private sectors). This experience must include all of the following: Customer service based experience in a high-pace environment where the ability to make quick decisions is key; Operate multi-line telephones, computers or radio equipment to provide information; AND Collect information from callers and input into computer system.
For the GS-07 level:
EXPERIENCE: At least one full year of specialized experience comparable in scope and responsibility to the GS-06 grade level in the Federal service (obtained in either the public or private sectors). This experience must include all of the following: Customer service-based experience in a high-pace environment where the ability to make quick decisions is key; Operate multi-line telephones, computers or radio equipment while inputting information collected from callers into computer systems; Operate public safety dispatch systems such as NCIC, NLETS, CLETS, or Computer-aided Dispatch (CAD) with limited supervision; AND Operate computer-based equipment to include, but not limited to alarm monitoring systems, records management systems, computer aided dispatch systems, message notification systems, and report writing systems.
For the GS-08 level:
EXPERIENCE: At least one full year of specialized experience comparable in scope and responsibility to the GS-07 grade level in the Federal service (obtained in either the public or private sectors). This experience must include all of the following: Perform public safety dispatching (law enforcement. emergency medical, search and rescue, and fire) using personal computers and software programs to input data collected from callers; Independently operate public safety dispatch systems as: NCIC, NLETS, CLETS, or Computer-aided Dispatch (CAD); Operate computer-based equipment to include, but not limited to alarm monitoring systems, records management systems, computer aided dispatch systems, message notification systems, and report writing systems; and, Obtain information from incoming callers to disseminate during emergency situations.
Volunteer Experience: Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.Education:There is no substitution of education for experience at the grade level(s) of this announcement.Employment Type: OTHER

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