Emergency Communications Dispatcher — High-Impact Public Safety

Public Safety Dispatch Network; Texas; On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Retirement plans

Paid leave

Job summary

Public Safety Dispatch Network in Star, TX seeks Police Dispatchers to handle emergency and nonemergency requests, log incident details, and coordinate with officers. A high school diploma and accurate typing are typically required, with on‑the‑job training available.

Shifts may include nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime. Work is done at dispatch consoles with radios, keyboards, and multiple displays, following strict privacy and safety standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is commonly required.
• Ability to type accurately and clearly communicate by radio.
• Learn jurisdictional geography and operate security screenings as needed.

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 safety concerns
• Coordinate with neighboring agencies and discipline-specific records

Skills

Typing

Communication

Multitasking

Geography

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Public Safety Dispatch Network in Star, TX seeks Police Dispatchers to handle emergency and nonemergency requests, log incident details, and coordinate with officers. A high school diploma and accurate typing are typically required, with on‑the‑job training available.

Shifts may include nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime. Work is done at dispatch consoles with radios, keyboards, and multiple displays, following strict privacy and safety standards.