Emergency Communications Dispatcher — Serve on the Front Lines in Eagle

Public Safety Dispatch Network; Anchorage (AK); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Retirement plans

Paid leave

Employee-assistance resources

Continuing education

Premium pay

Job summary

Public Safety Dispatch Network seeks qualified Police Dispatchers for Eagle, AK. You will receive emergency and nonemergency requests, document incidents, assign calls to officers, monitor radio traffic, and relay updates to ensure public safety.

The role requires strong typing, listening, multitasking, and integrity; training may be provided for entry-level candidates, with potential shift work including nights and weekends.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or recognized equivalent commonly required.
• Entry-level vacancies may provide training; 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.

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 completing required training
• Coordinate with neighboring agencies and other emergency services
• Maintain clear incident records and safeguard restricted information

Skills

Typing

Listening

Multitasking

Dispatch aptitude

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Criminal justice information systems

Job description

Public Safety Dispatch Network seeks qualified Police Dispatchers for Eagle, AK. You will receive emergency and nonemergency requests, document incidents, assign calls to officers, monitor radio traffic, and relay updates to ensure public safety.

The role requires strong typing, listening, multitasking, and integrity; training may be provided for entry-level candidates, with potential shift work including nights and weekends.