Emergency Communications Dispatcher

Public Safety Dispatch Network; Chefornak (AK); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Public Safety Dispatch Network seeks Police Dispatchers for Chefornak, Alaska. Dispatchers take emergency and nonemergency requests, coordinating with officers and maintaining accurate incident records.

Responsibilities include documenting locations, prioritizing calls, monitoring radio traffic, and relaying updates. A high school diploma is commonly required, with on-the-job training provided for entry-level roles.

Qualifications

• High school diploma commonly required; training provided for entry-level roles.
• Experience in emergency communications or dispatch is a plus.
• Ability to learn jurisdictional geography and operate information systems.

Responsibilities

• Receive emergency and nonemergency requests for police assistance.
• Document incident locations, descriptions, vehicle details, and hazards.
• Assign calls to officers according to priority and procedures.
• Monitor officer status and radio traffic.
• Relay updates about changing incidents and safety concerns.
• Coordinate with neighboring agencies and other services.
• Maintain clear incident records and safeguard restricted information.

Skills

Typing accuracy

Radio communication

Multitasking

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Records management systems

Job description

Public Safety Dispatch Network seeks Police Dispatchers for Chefornak, Alaska. Dispatchers take emergency and nonemergency requests, coordinating with officers and maintaining accurate incident records.

Responsibilities include documenting locations, prioritizing calls, monitoring radio traffic, and relaying updates. A high school diploma is commonly required, with on-the-job training provided for entry-level roles.