Emergency Communications Dispatcher

Public Safety Dispatch Network; Jacksonville (OR); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Shift differentials

Training opportunities

Job summary

Public Safety Dispatch Network seeks Police Dispatcher opportunities in Jacksonville, OR. Dispatchers receive emergency and nonemergency requests, document locations and details, assign calls, monitor officer status, and relay updates to ensure public safety.

Qualifying candidates typically hold a high school diploma or equivalent and can type accurately, understand spoken information, and learn jurisdiction geography.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; training may be provided for entry-level vacancies.
• Ability to type accurately, understand spoken information, and communicate clearly by radio.
• Candidate may be subject to background checks and security screening.

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

Skills

Typing

Listening

Multitasking

Radio communications

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

CJIS access / Dispatch software

Job description

Public Safety Dispatch Network seeks Police Dispatcher opportunities in Jacksonville, OR. Dispatchers receive emergency and nonemergency requests, document locations and details, assign calls, monitor officer status, and relay updates to ensure public safety.

Qualifying candidates typically hold a high school diploma or equivalent and can type accurately, understand spoken information, and learn jurisdiction geography.