Emergency Communications Dispatcher

Public Safety Dispatch Network; Eddyville (KY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Retirement plans

Paid leave

Job summary

Public Safety Dispatch Network seeks Police Dispatcher opportunities in Eddyville, KY. Dispatchers handle emergency and nonemergency requests, document locations and hazards, and coordinate with officers to prioritize and route calls.

Typical requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent, accurate typing, clear radio communication, and the ability to learn jurisdiction geography. Training and background checks are commonly required to work in this role.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or recognized equivalent is commonly required.
• Ability to type accurately and understand spoken information.
• Clear radio communication and learning jurisdiction geography.

Responsibilities

• Receive emergency and nonemergency requests for police assistance.
• Document incident locations, descriptions, and hazards.
• Assign calls to officers according to priority and procedures.
• Monitor officer status and radio traffic; relay updates.

Skills

Typing speed

Radio communication

Multitasking

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

CJIS access

Job description

Public Safety Dispatch Network seeks Police Dispatcher opportunities in Eddyville, KY. Dispatchers handle emergency and nonemergency requests, document locations and hazards, and coordinate with officers to prioritize and route calls.

Typical requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent, accurate typing, clear radio communication, and the ability to learn jurisdiction geography. Training and background checks are commonly required to work in this role.