Emergency Communications Dispatcher

Public Safety Dispatch Network; Arkansas; On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Retirement plans

Paid leave

Employee-assistance resources

Continuing education

Premium pay

Job summary

Public Safety Dispatch Network is seeking Police Dispatcher opportunities in the Cleveland, AR area. Dispatchers receive emergency and nonemergency requests, document locations and hazards, and assign calls to officers while relaying updates and coordinating with other agencies.

A high school diploma or equivalent is commonly required, with on-the-job training and potential certifications. Candidates should be accurate typists, good listeners, and able to communicate clearly by radio, learning

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent commonly required.
• Entry-level vacancies may provide training; experienced classifications may require prior police dispatch work and applicable certifications.
• Candidates should be able to type accurately, understand spoken information, and communicate clearly by radio; 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

Listening

Radio communication

Geography knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Public Safety Dispatch Network is seeking Police Dispatcher opportunities in the Cleveland, AR area. Dispatchers receive emergency and nonemergency requests, document locations and hazards, and assign calls to officers while relaying updates and coordinating with other agencies.

A high school diploma or equivalent is commonly required, with on-the-job training and potential certifications. Candidates should be accurate typists, good listeners, and able to communicate clearly by radio, learning