Emergency Communications Dispatcher

Public Safety Dispatch Network; Kirbyville (MO); On-site; USD 38,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Retirement plans

Paid leave

Job summary

Public Safety Dispatch Network in Kirbyville, MO is seeking Police Dispatchers to support law enforcement operations by taking calls, coordinating with officers, and maintaining reliable communications.

This role involves documenting incidents, prioritizing requests, and ensuring accurate location data. Candidates should be able to type accurately, understand spoken information, and work with mapped jurisdictions.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or recognized equivalent; training provided for entry-level roles.
• Ability to type accurately and understand spoken information.
• Clear radio communication and knowledge of jurisdiction geography.
• Background screening and security training may be required by the agency.

Responsibilities

• Receive emergency and nonemergency requests for police assistance
• Document incident locations, 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
• Coordinate with neighboring agencies and other emergency services
• Maintain incident records and safeguard restricted information

Skills

Typing

Multitasking

Radio communication

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Criminal justice information systems

Job description

Public Safety Dispatch Network in Kirbyville, MO is seeking Police Dispatchers to support law enforcement operations by taking calls, coordinating with officers, and maintaining reliable communications.

This role involves documenting incidents, prioritizing requests, and ensuring accurate location data. Candidates should be able to type accurately, understand spoken information, and work with mapped jurisdictions.