Emergency Communications Dispatcher

National Public Safety Careers; Glencoe (OH); On-site; USD 38,000 - 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

National Public Safety Careers is listing Police Dispatcher opportunities in Glencoe, OH. Dispatchers receive emergency and non-emergency calls, document locations, coordinate with officers, and relay updates. The role may include call taking, radio dispatch, and records-system duties depending on the agency.

A high school diploma or equivalent is commonly required. Typing speed, clear radio communication, and the ability to learn jurisdiction geography are important.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; training provided for entry-level vacancies.
• Ability 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

Radio communications

Attention to detail

Clear communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Criminal justice information systems

Job description

National Public Safety Careers is listing Police Dispatcher opportunities in Glencoe, OH. Dispatchers receive emergency and non-emergency calls, document locations, coordinate with officers, and relay updates. The role may include call taking, radio dispatch, and records-system duties depending on the agency.

A high school diploma or equivalent is commonly required. Typing speed, clear radio communication, and the ability to learn jurisdiction geography are important.