24/7 Police Dispatcher — Critical Communications & Support

Public Safety Dispatch Network; Conception Junction (MO); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision coverage

Retirement plans

Paid leave

Employee assistance resources

Continuing education

Job summary

Public Safety Dispatch Network in Missouri seeks Police Dispatcher candidates to support law enforcement operations by handling emergency and nonemergency requests and maintaining reliable communication with officers.

Dispatchers may perform telephone call taking, radio dispatch, and records-system duties, depending on the agency. Training and security screening may apply for CJIS access.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or recognized equivalent is commonly required.
• Candidates should be able to type accurately, understand spoken information, communicate clearly by radio, and learn jurisdictional geography.
• Access to criminal justice information systems may require additional screening and security training.

Responsibilities

• Receive emergency and nonemergency requests for police assistance.
• Document incident locations, suspect descriptions, vehicle details, and reported hazards.
• Assign calls to available officers according to priority and agency procedures.
• Monitor officer status, radio traffic, and requests for assistance.
• Relay updates about changing incidents and potential safety concerns.
• Conduct authorized records inquiries after completing required training.
• Coordinate with neighboring agencies and other emergency services.
• Maintain clear incident records and safeguard restricted information.

Skills

Typing

Clear communication

Radio dispatch

Multitasking

Geography knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Criminal justice information systems

Job description

Public Safety Dispatch Network in Missouri seeks Police Dispatcher candidates to support law enforcement operations by handling emergency and nonemergency requests and maintaining reliable communication with officers.

Dispatchers may perform telephone call taking, radio dispatch, and records-system duties, depending on the agency. Training and security screening may apply for CJIS access.