Emergency Communications Dispatcher

Public Safety Dispatch Network; Weirsdale (FL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Public Safety Dispatch Network seeks qualified police dispatchers to support law enforcement operations in Weirsdale, FL. The role involves handling emergency and nonemergency requests, documenting locations and details, and coordinating with officers and other services from a central communications center.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent, type accurately, and understand radio communications while learning jurisdictional geography.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent commonly required.
• Typing accuracy, clear radio communication, and ability to learn jurisdictional geography.

Responsibilities

• 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 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.

Job description

Public Safety Dispatch Network seeks qualified police dispatchers to support law enforcement operations in Weirsdale, FL. The role involves handling emergency and nonemergency requests, documenting locations and details, and coordinating with officers and other services from a central communications center.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent, type accurately, and understand radio communications while learning jurisdictional geography.