Hartford Emergency Communications Center

10/26/2026

🚨 NOW HIRING: Emergency Communications Specialists

Be the calm voice on the other end of the line. Help make a difference when it matters most.

The Hartford Police Department is seeking a full-time Emergency Communications Specialist to join its professional team. This is an opportunity to play a critical role in public safety by answering 911 and emergency calls and dispatching police, fire, EMS, and other emergency responders.
What’s in it for you?
• Starting pay of $25.28 per hour while in training
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Training and certification provided, including Emergency Medical Dispatch (EMD) and Next Generation 911 (NG911)
• The opportunity to serve and support the Hartford community and beyond

Who should apply?
Applicants must be at least 18 years old at certification, have a high school diploma or GED, and be authorized to work in the United States. The position requires shift work, including evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays.

Ready to be part of the team behind the response?

Apply today! Submit a letter of interest, resume, and completed application to Lieutenant Duncan MacDonald at [email protected].

Applications and the full job description are available through the Hartford Police Department’s website:
https://www.hartfordvt.gov/Jobs.aspx?JobID=178&CommunityJobs=False&UniqueId=96

Learn more and take the first step toward a career in public safety!

The Town of Hartford is an equal opportunity employer.

10/15/2026

REMINDER: TONIGHT!

For a list of benefits, hiring process details, and other information visit the job posting on the town website:
https://hartfordvt.gov/3913/Emergency-Communications-Specialist-911-

10/13/2026

For a list of benefits, hiring process details, and other information visit the job posting on the town website:
https://hartfordvt.gov/3913/Emergency-Communications-Specialist-911-

09/20/2026

📢 Have you ever wanted to make a difference in your community?

🔄 Looking for a change?

⚡ Want a fast-paced, dynamic, different everyday career?

🚨📞 Then emergency communications may be for you.

👮‍♂️🚒 Come join our team and make a difference! ❤️

08/22/2026

***OWNER LOCATED***

Do you know me?

This male Bassett Hound was located on Woodstock Road in the area of Casella. He is currently located at Hartford Police Department.

If you know where he belongs, please call 802-295-9425 option 1.

If not picked up in a reasonable timeframe, he will be relocated to the Upper Valley Humane Society.

08/09/2026

07/30/2026

We're hiring!

Did you catch the story on WCAX? If you're looking for a rewarding career where you can make a difference every day, consider joining the Hartford Police Department as an Emergency Communications Specialist.

As the first first responder, you'll answer emergency calls, dispatch police, fire, and EMS, and help people when they need it most. No prior dispatch experience is required; we provide the training.

Starting pay is $25.28/hour plus a comprehensive benefits package.

Watch the story below to learn more, then visit https://www.hartford-vt.org/Jobs.aspx to apply.

Hartford Police looking for emergency dispatchers amid region-wide shortage - https://www.wcax.com/news/2026/07/29/hartford-police-looking-emergency-dispatchers-amid-region-wide-shortage/

07/28/2026

***Update***

Water has been turned back on. If you lost water during the shut off you will be receiving a notice on your door to boil water.

WATER SHUT OFF

The Department of Public Works and Hartford Water Department are shutting the water off on Christian Street for an unknown length of time this morning to repair the water main.
This will affect the following roads: Harry Gibbs St, School Street, Christian Street, Ry Kris Lane, Ozzie Lane, Truell Road and Paula Street.

This post will be updated when the water is back on.