Emergency Communications Dispatcher

National Public Safety Careers; South Heights (PA); Vor Ort; USD 40.000 - 65.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Retirement plans

Paid leave

Education resources

Zusammenfassung

National Public Safety Careers seeks Police Dispatchers for South Heights, PA. Dispatchers receive requests for police assistance, document incident details, and coordinate with officers via radio and phone to ensure accurate locations and timely updates.

Position may include night and weekend shifts, with overtime depending on staffing. Training is typically provided; strong typing, clear communication, and geography knowledge are essential. Background checks and security screenings are common.

Qualifikationen

• A high school diploma or recognized equivalent is commonly required.
• Typing accurately, understand spoken information, and communicate clearly by radio are essential.
• Learn jurisdictional geography; access to criminal justice information systems may require additional screening and security training.

Aufgaben

• 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.
• Coordinate with neighboring agencies and other emergency services.
• Maintain clear incident records and safeguard restricted information.

Kenntnisse

Typing accuracy

Clear radio communication

Multitasking

Jurisdictional geography knowledge

Ausbildung

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Criminal justice information systems

Jobbeschreibung

National Public Safety Careers seeks Police Dispatchers for South Heights, PA. Dispatchers receive requests for police assistance, document incident details, and coordinate with officers via radio and phone to ensure accurate locations and timely updates.

Position may include night and weekend shifts, with overtime depending on staffing. Training is typically provided; strong typing, clear communication, and geography knowledge are essential. Background checks and security screenings are common.