Emergency Communications Dispatcher

Public Safety Dispatch Network; Town of La Pointe (WI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Retirement plans

Paid leave

Employee assistance program

Continuing education

Job summary

Public Safety Dispatch Network seeks police dispatchers for La Pointe, WI. The role involves handling emergency and nonemergency requests, logging locations and details, and coordinating with officers and nearby agencies.

Candidates typically need a high school diploma (or equivalent). Strong typing, listening, and multitasking skills are important; training is often provided. Shifts may include nights, weekends, and overtime depending on staffing.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; training may be provided.
• Ability to type accurately and understand spoken information.
• Clear radio communication and knowledge of jurisdiction geography.

Responsibilities

• Receive emergency and nonemergency requests for police assistance.
• Document incident locations, suspect descriptions, vehicle details, and reported hazards.
• Assign calls to officers according to priority and agency 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 emergency services.
• Maintain incident records and safeguard restricted information.

Skills

Typing

Listening

Multitasking

Dispatch aptitude

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Public Safety Dispatch Network seeks police dispatchers for La Pointe, WI. The role involves handling emergency and nonemergency requests, logging locations and details, and coordinating with officers and nearby agencies.

Candidates typically need a high school diploma (or equivalent). Strong typing, listening, and multitasking skills are important; training is often provided. Shifts may include nights, weekends, and overtime depending on staffing.