Emergency Communications Dispatcher — Public Safety

National Public Safety Careers; Fayetteville (PA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

National Public Safety Careers is seeking Police Dispatchers for Fayetteville, PA, to receive and route police calls, document incidents, and coordinate with officers. The role requires accurate typing, clear radio communication, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Dispatchers monitor officer status, relay incident updates, and may perform records inquiries after training. Candidates should have a high school diploma and be prepared for shift work including nights and weekends.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or recognized equivalent is commonly required. Entry-level vacancies may provide training, while experienced classifications may require prior police dispatch work and applicable certifications.
• Candidates should be able to type accurately, understand spoken information, communicate clearly by radio, and learn jurisdictional geography. Access to criminal justice information systems may require additional screening and security training.

Responsibilities

• Receive emergency and nonemergency requests for police assistance.
• Document incident locations, suspect descriptions, vehicle details, and hazards.
• Assign calls to officers by priority and agency procedures.
• Monitor officer status, radio traffic, and requests for assistance.
• Relay updates about changing incidents and safety concerns.
• Conduct authorized records inquiries after required training.
• Coordinate with neighboring agencies and other emergency services.
• Maintain clear incident records and safeguard restricted information.

Skills

Typing

Listening

Multitasking

Radio communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

CJIS/records systems

Job description

National Public Safety Careers is seeking Police Dispatchers for Fayetteville, PA, to receive and route police calls, document incidents, and coordinate with officers. The role requires accurate typing, clear radio communication, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Dispatchers monitor officer status, relay incident updates, and may perform records inquiries after training. Candidates should have a high school diploma and be prepared for shift work including nights and weekends.