New Dade City 911 center enhances emergency services across Pasco County

DADE CITY, Fla - Pasco County is bolstering its emergency infrastructure with the opening of a brand-new 911 Communications Center in Dade City, a move officials say will improve response times and system reliability.

Dig deeper:

Pasco County says that the new center will strengthen emergency operations and open doors to career opportunities.

The new facility is fully operational.

The center is designed to enhance coverage, improve system resiliency, and serve as a critical backup for the New Port Richey location, say officials.

Big picture view:

By opening the Dade City location, Pasco County achieves full consolidation of their 911 services.

All Pasco County municipalities are now served through one unified dispatch system.

Pasco is one of only a few Florida counties where services are consolidated.

What they're saying:

"Opening this second center is more than a facility milestone – it’s a people milestone," says Emergency Services Director Captain Eric Seltzer. "We’re growing, we’re modernizing, and we’re creating new opportunities for people who want to build a meaningful career in public safety."

What you can do:

Pasco County 911 is hiring due to the increased need. 

To learn more about Pasco County and employment opportunities with emergency services, click here.

To apply for a career with Pasco County 911, click here.