Dynamic Police Dispatcher — Emergency Communications

Public Safety Dispatch Network; Powell Butte (OR); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee assistance resources

Job summary

Public Safety Dispatch Network in Powell Butte, OR is seeking Police Dispatchers to handle incoming emergency and nonemergency requests, document locations and hazards, and assign calls to officers based on priority. Dispatchers monitor radio traffic and relay updates to ensure officer safety and coordination with neighboring agencies.

Ideal candidates will have strong typing and communication skills, the ability to work rotating shifts, and familiarity with records systems used in law

Qualifications

• Typing accurately, listening and multitasking abilities; ability to learn jurisdictional geography.
• Clear radio communication and the ability to understand spoken information.

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
• Coordinate with neighboring agencies and other emergency services
• Maintain clear incident records and safeguard restricted information

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Records systems

Job description

Public Safety Dispatch Network in Powell Butte, OR is seeking Police Dispatchers to handle incoming emergency and nonemergency requests, document locations and hazards, and assign calls to officers based on priority. Dispatchers monitor radio traffic and relay updates to ensure officer safety and coordination with neighboring agencies.

Ideal candidates will have strong typing and communication skills, the ability to work rotating shifts, and familiarity with records systems used in law