Emergency Communications Dispatcher

Public Safety Dispatch Network; Winnabow (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Public Safety Dispatch Network in Winnabow, NC seeks Police Dispatchers to support law enforcement operations by taking requests for assistance and maintaining clear communications with officers. Responsibilities may include telephone call taking, radio dispatch, and records-system duties.

Dispatchers must accurately relay locations, hazards, and updates, assign calls by priority, monitor radio traffic, and coordinate with neighboring agencies.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent commonly required.
• Ability to type accurately.
• Strong listening and communication skills.
• Ability to work nights, weekends or rotating shifts.

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 agency procedures.
• Monitor officer status, radio traffic, and requests for assistance.
• Coordinate with neighboring agencies and other emergency services.

Skills

Typing

Radio dispatch

Multitasking

Communication

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Records system software

Job description

Public Safety Dispatch Network in Winnabow, NC seeks Police Dispatchers to support law enforcement operations by taking requests for assistance and maintaining clear communications with officers. Responsibilities may include telephone call taking, radio dispatch, and records-system duties.

Dispatchers must accurately relay locations, hazards, and updates, assign calls by priority, monitor radio traffic, and coordinate with neighboring agencies.