Critical Police Dispatcher - Rapid-Response Communications

Public Safety Dispatch Network; Walnut Grove (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Retirement plans

Paid leave

Education resources

Job summary

Public Safety Dispatch Network in Walnut Grove, CA, is seeking Police Dispatcher candidates to handle emergency and nonemergency calls, document locations and vehicle details, and coordinate with officers and neighboring agencies. The role requires precise radio communication, rapid typing, and strong multitasking abilities.

Typical employment offers training for entry-level positions, with duties including status monitoring and dissemination of updates to responders.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or recognized equivalent is commonly required.
• Entry-level vacancies may provide training.
• Candidates should be able to type accurately, understand spoken information, communicate clearly by radio, and learn jurisdictional geography.

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

Radio communication

Multitasking

Clear communication

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Public Safety Dispatch Network in Walnut Grove, CA, is seeking Police Dispatcher candidates to handle emergency and nonemergency calls, document locations and vehicle details, and coordinate with officers and neighboring agencies. The role requires precise radio communication, rapid typing, and strong multitasking abilities.

Typical employment offers training for entry-level positions, with duties including status monitoring and dissemination of updates to responders.