Emergency Communications Dispatcher

Regional 911 Intake Solutions; Grants Pass (OR); On-site; USD 46,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Retirement plans

Paid leave

Job summary

The Police Dispatcher position in Merlin, Oregon, supports law enforcement operations by receiving emergency and nonemergency calls and coordinating with officers. It emphasizes accurate location details, clear radio communication, and maintaining incident records.

Typical duties include assigning calls, monitoring radio traffic, and coordinating with neighboring agencies. Candidates should have a high school diploma, strong typing skills, and the ability to learn jurisdictional geography.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; training may be provided for entry level.
• Accurate typing and clear radio communication are essential.

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 incidents and safety concerns
• Conduct authorized records inquiries after training
• Coordinate with neighboring agencies and emergency services
• Maintain incident records and safeguard restricted information

Skills

Typing

Listening

Multitasking

Dispatch tests

Education

High school diploma

Job description

The Police Dispatcher position in Merlin, Oregon, supports law enforcement operations by receiving emergency and nonemergency calls and coordinating with officers. It emphasizes accurate location details, clear radio communication, and maintaining incident records.

Typical duties include assigning calls, monitoring radio traffic, and coordinating with neighboring agencies. Candidates should have a high school diploma, strong typing skills, and the ability to learn jurisdictional geography.