Emergency Communications Dispatcher – 24/7 Shift & Impact

Public Safety Dispatch Network; Parsonsburg (MD); On-site; USD 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Retirement plans

Paid leave

Continuing education

Job summary

Public Safety Dispatch Network seeks Police Dispatcher opportunities in Parsonsburg to support law enforcement operations. You will receive emergency and nonemergency requests, document locations and details, and assign calls to officers according to priority and agency procedures.

Work may include monitoring radio traffic, relaying incident updates, and coordinating with neighboring agencies. A high school diploma and accurate typing are commonly required, with potential training provided by

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; entry training may be provided.
• Ability to type accurately and listen carefully to spoken information.
• Clear radio communication and jurisdiction geography understanding are essential.
• Security screening may be required for access to sensitive systems.

Responsibilities

• Receive emergency and nonemergency requests for police assistance.
• Document incident locations, 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 changing incidents and potential safety concerns.
• Conduct authorized records inquiries after training.
• Coordinate with neighboring agencies and other emergency services.

Skills

Typing

Listening

Multitasking

Radio communication

Clear communication

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Criminal justice information systems

Job description

Public Safety Dispatch Network seeks Police Dispatcher opportunities in Parsonsburg to support law enforcement operations. You will receive emergency and nonemergency requests, document locations and details, and assign calls to officers according to priority and agency procedures.

Work may include monitoring radio traffic, relaying incident updates, and coordinating with neighboring agencies. A high school diploma and accurate typing are commonly required, with potential training provided by