Emergency Communications Dispatcher

Public Safety Dispatch Network; Grapeland (TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

retirement plans

Paid leave

Continuing education

Job summary

Public Safety Dispatch Network seeks Police Dispatcher candidates to support law enforcement operations in Grapeland, TX. The role involves receiving requests, maintaining reliable communication with officers, and ensuring accurate incident documentation for timely response.

Applicants should have a high school diploma and be capable of typing accurately, understanding spoken information, and learning jurisdiction geography.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or recognized equivalent; entry training may be provided.
• Prior police dispatch experience and applicable certifications are a plus.
• Access to CJIS or similar systems may require additional screening.

Responsibilities

• Receive and process police requests for service.
• Document incident locations, descriptions, and hazards.
• Assign calls to officers per priority and procedures.
• Monitor officer status and radio traffic; relay updates.
• Coordinate with neighboring agencies and other emergency services.

Skills

Typing accuracy

Radio communication

Multitasking

Dispatch aptitude tests

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Criminal justice information systems

Job description

Public Safety Dispatch Network seeks Police Dispatcher candidates to support law enforcement operations in Grapeland, TX. The role involves receiving requests, maintaining reliable communication with officers, and ensuring accurate incident documentation for timely response.

Applicants should have a high school diploma and be capable of typing accurately, understanding spoken information, and learning jurisdiction geography.