Emergency Communications Dispatcher

Public Safety Dispatch Network; Ravenden Springs (AR); On-site; USD 30,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Retirement plans

Paid leave

Job summary

Public Safety Dispatch Network is seeking Police Dispatcher candidates for Ravenden Springs, AR. Dispatchers receive emergency and nonemergency requests, document details, and assign calls to officers according to priorities and procedures.

The role requires accurate typing, clear radio communication, the ability to multitask, and strong geographic knowledge of the jurisdiction. Training may be provided; consider this challenging, essential public-safety work with varied shifts.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; training may be provided for entry-level positions.
• Candidates should be able to type accurately, understand spoken information, and communicate clearly by radio.
• Access to criminal justice information systems may require additional screening and security training.

Responsibilities

• Receive emergency and nonemergency requests for police assistance.
• Document incident locations, suspect descriptions, vehicle details, and hazards.
• Assign calls to available officers according to priority and procedures.
• Monitor officer status, radio traffic, and requests for assistance.
• Relay updates about changing incidents and potential safety concerns.

Skills

Typing accurately

Multitasking

Radio communications

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Public Safety Dispatch Network is seeking Police Dispatcher candidates for Ravenden Springs, AR. Dispatchers receive emergency and nonemergency requests, document details, and assign calls to officers according to priorities and procedures.

The role requires accurate typing, clear radio communication, the ability to multitask, and strong geographic knowledge of the jurisdiction. Training may be provided; consider this challenging, essential public-safety work with varied shifts.