Emergency Communications Dispatcher

Public Safety Dispatch Network; Marlboro (VT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Police Dispatcher opportunities in Marlboro, VT are posted by Public Safety Dispatch Network. Dispatchers support law enforcement by receiving requests for assistance, maintaining reliable communication, and handling radio and records duties as assigned.

This role may involve night shifts, weekends, overtime, and continuous operation; candidates should be prepared for typing, radio communication, and processing incident information to support officers and neighboring agencies.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; some agencies offer training.
• Ability to type accurately and understand spoken information.
• Clear radio communication and learning jurisdiction geography.

Responsibilities

• Receive emergency and nonemergency requests for police assistance
• Document incident locations, suspect 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 changing incidents and safety concerns
• Conduct authorized records inquiries after training
• Coordinate with neighboring agencies and emergency services
• Maintain incident records and safeguard restricted information

Skills

Typing

Radio communication

Multitasking

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Police Dispatcher opportunities in Marlboro, VT are posted by Public Safety Dispatch Network. Dispatchers support law enforcement by receiving requests for assistance, maintaining reliable communication, and handling radio and records duties as assigned.

This role may involve night shifts, weekends, overtime, and continuous operation; candidates should be prepared for typing, radio communication, and processing incident information to support officers and neighboring agencies.