Emergency Communications Dispatcher

National Public Safety Careers; Ridgway (Elk County); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

National Public Safety Careers is seeking Police Dispatcher opportunities in Ridgway, PA. Dispatchers handle emergency and nonemergency requests, document locations and details, and coordinate with officers and other responders to ensure rapid and accurate responses.

Successful candidates typically have a high school diploma, typing ability, and strong radio communication skills. Training and ongoing assessments may be provided to support career development within the public safety field.

Qualifications

• High school diploma commonly required; training may be provided for entry level.
• Prior police dispatch work and relevant certifications may be beneficial.
• Ability to type accurately, understand spoken information, and communicate clearly by radio.

Responsibilities

• Receive emergency and nonemergency requests for police assistance.
• Document incident locations, suspects, 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 incidents and safety concerns to teams.
• Conduct authorized records inquiries after training.
• Coordinate with neighboring agencies and other emergency services.
• Maintain clear incident records and protect restricted information.

Skills

Typing

Radio communication

Clear spoken communication

Geography knowledge

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Records management system

Job description

National Public Safety Careers is seeking Police Dispatcher opportunities in Ridgway, PA. Dispatchers handle emergency and nonemergency requests, document locations and details, and coordinate with officers and other responders to ensure rapid and accurate responses.

Successful candidates typically have a high school diploma, typing ability, and strong radio communication skills. Training and ongoing assessments may be provided to support career development within the public safety field.