Emergency Communications Dispatcher

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Retirement plans

Paid leave

Continuing education

Job summary

Public Safety Dispatch Network is seeking Police Dispatcher opportunities in Acme, PA. Dispatchers handle emergency and nonemergency calls, document incidents, and coordinate with officers to ensure timely responses.

Applicants should have a high school diploma, strong typing, and clear radio communication skills, with the ability to multitask and learn local geography. Prior records system exposure is beneficial; background checks will apply.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Ability to type accurately and follow radio communications.
• Ability to learn jurisdictional geography and operate within records systems.

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 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.

Skills

Typing accuracy

Clear radio communication

Multitasking

Understanding spoken information

Geography knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Public Safety Dispatch Network is seeking Police Dispatcher opportunities in Acme, PA. Dispatchers handle emergency and nonemergency calls, document incidents, and coordinate with officers to ensure timely responses.

Applicants should have a high school diploma, strong typing, and clear radio communication skills, with the ability to multitask and learn local geography. Prior records system exposure is beneficial; background checks will apply.