Emergency Communications Dispatcher

National Public Safety Careers; Ewing Township (NJ); On-site; USD 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

National Public Safety Careers is seeking Police Dispatchers for opportunities in Ewing, NJ. Dispatchers receive emergency and nonemergency requests, document locations and details, and coordinate with officers to ensure timely responses.

The role involves working at communications consoles with headsets and radios, maintaining incident records, and complying with confidentiality and security standards. Training may be provided; shifts include nights, weekends, and overtime as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; training may be provided.
• Ability to type accurately and communicate clearly by radio.
• Experience in dispatch or criminal justice systems preferred.
• Willingness to work nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime.

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 training
• Coordinate with neighboring agencies and other emergency services
• Maintain clear incident records and safeguard restricted information

Skills

Typing

Radio communication

Multitasking

Clear communication

Education

High school diploma

Job description

National Public Safety Careers is seeking Police Dispatchers for opportunities in Ewing, NJ. Dispatchers receive emergency and nonemergency requests, document locations and details, and coordinate with officers to ensure timely responses.

The role involves working at communications consoles with headsets and radios, maintaining incident records, and complying with confidentiality and security standards. Training may be provided; shifts include nights, weekends, and overtime as needed.