Emergency Communications Dispatcher (24/7 Rotating Shifts)

Public Safety Dispatch Network; Somerset Township (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Retirement plans

Paid leave

Job summary

Public Safety Dispatch Network in Somerset, OH, is seeking police dispatchers to receive emergency and nonemergency requests, document incidents, and assign calls to officers. You will monitor radio traffic, relay updates, and coordinate with neighboring agencies to support law enforcement operations.

A high school diploma or equivalent is commonly required; candidates should type accurately, understand spoken information, and demonstrate clear radio communication while learning jurisdictional

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or recognized equivalent is commonly required.
• Candidates should be able to type accurately, understand spoken information, communicate clearly by radio, and 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 agency 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.

Skills

Typing accuracy

Clear radio communication

Listening and comprehension

Geography of jurisdiction

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

CJIS access

Job description

Public Safety Dispatch Network in Somerset, OH, is seeking police dispatchers to receive emergency and nonemergency requests, document incidents, and assign calls to officers. You will monitor radio traffic, relay updates, and coordinate with neighboring agencies to support law enforcement operations.

A high school diploma or equivalent is commonly required; candidates should type accurately, understand spoken information, and demonstrate clear radio communication while learning jurisdictional