Critical Police Dispatch & Communications Specialist

Public Safety Dispatch Network; Mansfield (GA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage

Paid leave and leave benefits

Continuing education opportunities

Job summary

Public Safety Dispatch Network in Mansfield, GA seeks Police Dispatchers to support law enforcement operations by receiving requests for assistance and maintaining reliable communication with officers. The role may involve telephone call taking, radio dispatch, and authorized records-system duties.

Dispatchers help officers understand what is happening before they arrive, requiring accurate locations and timely updates.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or recognized equivalent is commonly required.
• Ability to type accurately and understand spoken information.
• Clear radio communication and geographic learning are essential.

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

Skills

Typing speed

Radio communication

Commands and procedures

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Criminal justice information systems

Job description

Public Safety Dispatch Network in Mansfield, GA seeks Police Dispatchers to support law enforcement operations by receiving requests for assistance and maintaining reliable communication with officers. The role may involve telephone call taking, radio dispatch, and authorized records-system duties.

Dispatchers help officers understand what is happening before they arrive, requiring accurate locations and timely updates.