Emergency Communications Dispatcher - Nights & Weekends

Public Safety Dispatch Network; Fort Walton Beach (FL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Retirement plans

Paid leave

Employee-assistance resources

Continuing education

Premium pay

Job summary

Public Safety Dispatch Network seeks Police Dispatchers for Fort Walton Beach, FL. You will receive requests for police assistance, document locations and descriptions, assign calls to officers, and monitor status to ensure timely responses.

A high school diploma or GED is commonly required; training may be provided. Typing accuracy, clear radio communication, and knowledge of local geography are essential; shifts may include nights, weekends, and overtime.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; training provided for entry level.
• Ability to type accurately and understand spoken information.
• Ability to learn jurisdictional geography and work under pressure.

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
• Conduct authorized records inquiries after training
• Coordinate with neighboring agencies and other emergency services
• Maintain incident records and safeguard restricted information

Skills

Typing

Multitasking

Radio communication

Geography knowledge

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Public Safety Dispatch Network seeks Police Dispatchers for Fort Walton Beach, FL. You will receive requests for police assistance, document locations and descriptions, assign calls to officers, and monitor status to ensure timely responses.

A high school diploma or GED is commonly required; training may be provided. Typing accuracy, clear radio communication, and knowledge of local geography are essential; shifts may include nights, weekends, and overtime.