Emergency Communications Dispatcher

Public Safety Dispatch Network; Village of Valley Falls (NY); Sur place; USD 42 000 - 66 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Public Safety Dispatch Network seeks a Police Dispatcher in Valley Falls, NY. The role involves receiving and prioritizing emergency and nonemergency requests, maintaining clear communications with officers, and documenting incident details to support law enforcement operations.

Dispatchers may work nights and weekends, with shifts and overtime based on staffing and operational needs. Strong typing, listening, and multitasking skills are essential, along with training in records systems as

Qualifications

• High school diploma or recognized equivalent commonly required.
• Typing, listening, multitasking, or dispatch aptitude assessments may be required.
• Access to criminal justice information systems may require additional screening and security training.

Responsabilités

• 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
• Conduct authorized records inquiries after completing required training
• Coordinate with neighboring agencies and other emergency services
• Maintain clear incident records and safeguard restricted information

Connaissances

Typing

Multitasking

Clear listening

Formation

High school diploma

Description du poste

Public Safety Dispatch Network seeks a Police Dispatcher in Valley Falls, NY. The role involves receiving and prioritizing emergency and nonemergency requests, maintaining clear communications with officers, and documenting incident details to support law enforcement operations.

Dispatchers may work nights and weekends, with shifts and overtime based on staffing and operational needs. Strong typing, listening, and multitasking skills are essential, along with training in records systems as