Emergency Communications Dispatcher

Public Safety Dispatch Network; Sybertsville (PA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Retirement plans

Paid leave

Continuing education resources

Employee assistance resources

Job summary

Public Safety Dispatch Network seeks Police Dispatcher opportunities in Sybertsville. The role handles emergency and nonemergency requests, documents locations and hazards, and assigns calls to officers while monitoring radio traffic and updates for safety.

Candidates should type accurately, understand spoken information, and learn jurisdictional geography. CJIS screening may apply; a background check and confidentiality are required.

Qualifications

• Typing accurately and listening closely to spoken information.
• Communicating clearly by radio and follow agency procedures.
• Learn jurisdictional geography and operate under security requirements.
• Access to CJIS may require additional screening and training.

Responsibilities

• Receive emergency and nonemergency requests for police assistance.
• Document incident locations, 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 records inquiries after training and coordinate with agencies.
• Maintain incident records and protect restricted information.

Skills

Typing

Radio communication

Multitasking

Listening skills

Geography knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Criminal Justice Information Systems (CJIS)

Job description

Public Safety Dispatch Network seeks Police Dispatcher opportunities in Sybertsville. The role handles emergency and nonemergency requests, documents locations and hazards, and assigns calls to officers while monitoring radio traffic and updates for safety.

Candidates should type accurately, understand spoken information, and learn jurisdictional geography. CJIS screening may apply; a background check and confidentiality are required.