Emergency Communications Dispatcher

Public Safety Dispatch Network; Clarks Summit (Lackawanna County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Retirement plans

Paid leave

Employee-assistance resources

Continuing education

Job summary

Public Safety Dispatch Network seeks qualified police dispatchers for Clarks Summit, PA. The role involves receiving emergency and nonemergency requests, documenting locations and hazards, and coordinating with officers and neighboring agencies to ensure safety and efficiency.

Candidates should type accurately, understand spoken information, and learn jurisdictional geography. Light background checks and training are typical, with opportunities for advancement within law enforcement

Qualifications

• Typing accurately and listening well.
• Clear radio communication.
• Ability to learn jurisdictional geography.

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, radio traffic, and requests for assistance.
• Relay updates about changing incidents and potential safety concerns.
• Conduct authorized records inquiries after training.
• Coordinate with neighboring agencies and other emergency services.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Public Safety Dispatch Network seeks qualified police dispatchers for Clarks Summit, PA. The role involves receiving emergency and nonemergency requests, documenting locations and hazards, and coordinating with officers and neighboring agencies to ensure safety and efficiency.

Candidates should type accurately, understand spoken information, and learn jurisdictional geography. Light background checks and training are typical, with opportunities for advancement within law enforcement