Emergency Communications Dispatcher

Public Safety Dispatch Network; Amherst (NE); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Public Safety Dispatch Network in Amherst, NE is seeking Police Dispatchers to support law enforcement operations by receiving requests for assistance and maintaining reliable communication with officers. The role involves telephone call taking, radio dispatch, and records-system duties as assigned.

You will verify locations, descriptions, and hazards, assign calls by priority, monitor radio traffic, and coordinate with neighboring agencies.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or recognized equivalent required; training provided for entry-level roles.
• Experience with police dispatch work and relevant certifications preferred.
• Ability to type accurately, understand spoken information, and learn jurisdiction 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 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.

Skills

Typing accuracy

Clear radio communication

Multitasking

Geography knowledge

Education

High school diploma

Tools

CAD systems

Job description

Public Safety Dispatch Network in Amherst, NE is seeking Police Dispatchers to support law enforcement operations by receiving requests for assistance and maintaining reliable communication with officers. The role involves telephone call taking, radio dispatch, and records-system duties as assigned.

You will verify locations, descriptions, and hazards, assign calls by priority, monitor radio traffic, and coordinate with neighboring agencies.