Emergency Communications Dispatcher (24/7)

Public Safety Dispatch Network; Guilford (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Retirement plans

Paid leave

Continuing education

Job summary

Public Safety Dispatch Network in Guilford, IN seeks Police Dispatcher to manage emergency and nonemergency calls, track incidents, and coordinate with officers. You will document locations, vehicle details, and hazards, and dispatch assignments based on priority, all while maintaining radio communications and records.

Entry-level positions may include training; access to CJIS systems may require screening.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; training provided for entry-level.
• Ability to type accurately and understand spoken information.
• Clear radio communication and strong jurisdictional geography knowledge.
• Ability to pass background checks and security screenings.

Responsibilities

• Receive emergency and nonemergency requests for police assistance.
• Document incident locations, suspect 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 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

Radio comms

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Dispatch software

Job description

Public Safety Dispatch Network in Guilford, IN seeks Police Dispatcher to manage emergency and nonemergency calls, track incidents, and coordinate with officers. You will document locations, vehicle details, and hazards, and dispatch assignments based on priority, all while maintaining radio communications and records.

Entry-level positions may include training; access to CJIS systems may require screening.