Athol Police Dispatcher — Fast-Paced Emergency Communications

Public Safety Dispatch Network; Athol (MA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Retirement plans

Paid leave

Continuing education

Job summary

Public Safety Dispatch Network in Athol, MA seeks Police Dispatchers to support law enforcement operations by receiving requests and maintaining reliable communications with officers. You will document incident details and coordinate with officers and agencies to ensure timely responses.

The role requires accurate typing, clear radio communication, and knowledge of local geography, with potential training and certifications as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is commonly required.
• Ability to type accurately and understand spoken information.
• Clear radio communications and knowledge of jurisdiction geography.
• Prior police dispatch work and applicable certifications may be required.

Responsibilities

• Receive emergency and nonemergency requests for police assistance.
• Document incident locations, descriptions, vehicle details, and hazards.
• Assign calls to officers according to priority and procedures.
• Monitor officer status, radio traffic, and requests for assistance.
• Relay updates about incidents and safety concerns.
• Coordinate with neighboring agencies and other emergency services.

Skills

Typing

Clear communication

Radio procedures

Geography

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

CJIS access

Job description

Public Safety Dispatch Network in Athol, MA seeks Police Dispatchers to support law enforcement operations by receiving requests and maintaining reliable communications with officers. You will document incident details and coordinate with officers and agencies to ensure timely responses.

The role requires accurate typing, clear radio communication, and knowledge of local geography, with potential training and certifications as needed.