Emergency Communications Dispatcher

Public Safety Dispatch Network; Lodgepole (NE); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Pension/retirement plans

Paid leave

Job summary

Public Safety Dispatch Network in Lodgepole, NE, is seeking Police Dispatchers to support law enforcement operations by receiving requests for assistance and maintaining reliable communication with officers. The role may involve telephone call taking, radio dispatch, and authorized records-system duties.

Dispatchers ensure accurate locations, descriptions, safety information, and timely updates, coordinating with officers and neighboring agencies.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or recognized equivalent is commonly required.
• Entry-level vacancies may provide training, while experienced classifications may require prior police dispatch work and applicable certifications.
• Candidates should be able to type accurately, understand spoken information, communicate clearly by radio, and learn jurisdictional geography.

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

Radio communication

Listening

Geography knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Public Safety Dispatch Network in Lodgepole, NE, is seeking Police Dispatchers to support law enforcement operations by receiving requests for assistance and maintaining reliable communication with officers. The role may involve telephone call taking, radio dispatch, and authorized records-system duties.

Dispatchers ensure accurate locations, descriptions, safety information, and timely updates, coordinating with officers and neighboring agencies.