Emergency Communications Dispatcher

Public Safety Dispatch Network; Leonardtown (MD); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Retirement plans

Paid leave

Job summary

Public Safety Dispatch Network seeks Police Dispatcher candidates for Leonardtown, MD. The role involves receiving emergency and nonemergency calls, documenting locations and details, and coordinating with officers to ensure timely responses.

Dispatchers must type accurately, understand spoken information, and communicate clearly by radio; familiarity with jurisdictional geography and security screening may be required. On-site work with potential shift variations is typical.

Qualifications

• Typing accurately and listening carefully for radio communication.
• Clear verbal and written communication with officers and the public.
• Ability to learn jurisdictional geography and operate under stress.

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

Active listening

Communication

Geographic knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Public Safety Dispatch Network seeks Police Dispatcher candidates for Leonardtown, MD. The role involves receiving emergency and nonemergency calls, documenting locations and details, and coordinating with officers to ensure timely responses.

Dispatchers must type accurately, understand spoken information, and communicate clearly by radio; familiarity with jurisdictional geography and security screening may be required. On-site work with potential shift variations is typical.