Emergency Communications Dispatcher

Public Safety Dispatch Network; Marshalls Creek (PA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Retirement plans

Paid leave

Continuing education

Job summary

Public Safety Dispatch Network is seeking Police Dispatchers for Marshalls Creek, PA. You will receive emergency and nonemergency requests, document locations and details, and assign calls to officers according to priority. A high school diploma and accurate typing are typical prerequisites.

Work involves monitoring radio traffic, maintaining incident records, and coordinating with neighboring agencies. Training is provided where needed, with potential for overtime based on staffing and needs.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; training may be provided.
• Ability to type accurately and understand spoken information.
• Experience or certification in police dispatch preferred.

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 accuracy

Radio communication

Geography knowledge

Multitasking

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Public Safety Dispatch Network is seeking Police Dispatchers for Marshalls Creek, PA. You will receive emergency and nonemergency requests, document locations and details, and assign calls to officers according to priority. A high school diploma and accurate typing are typical prerequisites.

Work involves monitoring radio traffic, maintaining incident records, and coordinating with neighboring agencies. Training is provided where needed, with potential for overtime based on staffing and needs.