3 Year Limited Term Pennsylvania Game Commission Dispatcher
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3 Year Limited Term Pennsylvania Game Commission Dispatcher
Salary
$48,968.00 - $73,817.00 Annually
Location
Dauphin County, PA
Job Type
Non-Civil Service Temporary Full-time
Job Number
N-2026-42497
Department
Game Commission
Division
GC Ctrlzd Dsptch Op Div
Opening Date
02/11/2026
Closing Date
2/20/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Job Code
73021
Position Number
Multiple positions may be filled from this posting.
Union
AFSCME
Bargaining Unit
A1
Pay Group
ST05
Bureau / Division Code
00235800
Bureau / Division
Wildlife Protection
Worksite Address
2001 Elmerton Avenue
City
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania
Zip Code
17110
Contact Name
Julie Toth
Contact Phone
717.787.7836
Contact Email
gamevacancybids@pa.gov
Description
Benefits
Questions
THE POSITION
Are you ready for an exciting role where your work will support both emergency and wildlife management in the commonwealth? The Pennsylvania Game Commission (PGC) is looking to hire several Dispatchers to work in our fast paced 24 hour Dispatch Center in Harrisburg. If you excel at communicating clearly and effectively in any situation and are looking for a challenging and rewarding career, then the Pennsylvania Game Commission would like to talk to you!
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
In this position, you will perform public service dispatching work receiving, dispatching, and coordinating information and processes in the PGC Regional Office. Your responsibilities will include processing both emergency and non-emergency calls from the public, PGC Personnel, or other emergency and non-emergency services. Accurately obtaining relevant information and effectively relating to or communicating to multiple units, agencies and jurisdictions is essential. Our team will rely on you to provide quick and accurate information to callers about wildlife related situations and recognize situations that require immediate response by a field officer or input from a supervisor. In addition, you can expect to perform a variety of general support duties related to communication activities, including record keeping, typing, and filing.
Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description (https://careers.employment.pa.gov/pd/PD_NEOGOV.asp?p=00039241) .
Work Schedule and Additional Information:
Temporary, Full-time employment, 40 hours per week
This position works four ten-hour days per week with no lunch period.
Note: This is an essential position.
Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:
Two years of dispatch operations experience, two-way radio operation experience, or complex clerical experience.
Possession of a valid Public Safety Telecommunicator certificate issued by the Association of Public-Safety Communications Officials may be substituted for six months of the required experience.
Possession of a valid Pennsylvania hunting license may be substituted for three months of the required experience.
Special Requirement:
You must possess a clear, firm voice and no major speech, hearing, or visual impairments that would interfere with understanding verbal communication, being understood, or using electronic communications equipment and visual display equipment.
Post Employment Requirement:
You must be able to obtain CLEAN and JNET certification within the probationary period and maintain these certifications for the duration of employment in this job.
Additional Requirement:
You must be able to perform essential job functions.
How to Apply:
Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents willnotbe reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.
Veterans:
Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.htm l (http://www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html) and click on Veterans.
Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):
711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).
If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.
The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.
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Health & Wellness
We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.*
Compensation & Financial Planning
We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options.
Work/Life Balance
We know there's more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.*
Values and Culture
We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving.
Employee Perks
Sometimes, it is the little "extras" that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships.
For more information on all of these Total Rewards benefits, please visitwww.employment.pa.gov and click on the benefits box.
*Eligibility rules apply.
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Do you possess a clear, firm voice and no major speech, hearing, or visual impairments that would interfere with understanding verbal communication, being understood, or using electronic communications equipment and visual display equipment?
Yes0
No
02
Do you possess two or more years of full-time dispatch operations experience, two-way radio operation experience, or complex clerical experience?
Yes
No
03
If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experience must also be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, @type N/A in the text box below.
04
Do you possess a valid Public Safety Telecommunicator certificate issued by the Association of Public-Safety Communications Officials?
Yes
No
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If you answered Yes, please attach a copy of your certificate. If you answered No, please @type N/A in the text box below.
06
Do you possess a valid Pennsylvania hunting license?
Yes
No
07
If you answered Yes, please attach a copy of your valid Pennsylvania hunting license. If you answered No, please @type N/A in the text box below.
Yes
No
Required Question
Employer
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
Address
613 North Street
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17120
Website
http://www.employment.pa.gov
