Emergency Communications Dispatcher

Public Safety Dispatch Network; San Ygnacio (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Public Safety Dispatch Network in San Ygnacio, TX is seeking skilled police dispatchers to receive emergency and non-emergency requests, document details, and coordinate with officers. This role requires accuracy, calm under pressure, and strong communication over radio and phone.

You will work at a dispatch console handling calls, maintaining incident records, and assisting with records inquiries after training. A high school diploma is commonly required, with on-the-job training available.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or recognized equivalent is commonly required.
• Ability to type accurately, understand spoken information, and communicate clearly by radio.
• Access to criminal justice information systems may require screening and training.

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 other emergency services.
• Maintain clear incident records and safeguard restricted information.

Skills

Typing accuracy

Radio communication

Clear spoken communication

Jurisdiction geography

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Criminal justice information systems

Job description

Public Safety Dispatch Network in San Ygnacio, TX is seeking skilled police dispatchers to receive emergency and non-emergency requests, document details, and coordinate with officers. This role requires accuracy, calm under pressure, and strong communication over radio and phone.

You will work at a dispatch console handling calls, maintaining incident records, and assisting with records inquiries after training. A high school diploma is commonly required, with on-the-job training available.