Emergency Communications Specialist

Public Safety Dispatch Network; Colfax (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Paid leave

Training opportunities

Job summary

Public Safety Dispatch Network in Colfax, IN is seeking Police Dispatchers to receive emergency and nonemergency requests, document locations and vehicle details, and assign calls to officers according to priority. You may work nights and weekends as shifts require, with training provided; strong typing, clear radio communication, and ability to understand jurisdiction geography are important.

This role supports law enforcement operations daily.

Qualifications

• Typing accurately and quickly; strong listening and radio communication skills.
• Ability to multitask and manage multiple information streams during emergencies.
• Clear, concise radio and telephone communications; good composure under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Receive emergency and nonemergency requests for police assistance.
• Document incident locations, descriptions, vehicle details, and hazards.
• Assign calls to available officers according to priority and procedures.
• Monitor officer status, radio traffic, and requests for assistance.
• Relay updates about changing incidents and potential safety concerns.
• Coordinate with neighboring agencies and other emergency services.
• Maintain incident records and safeguard restricted information.

Job description

Public Safety Dispatch Network in Colfax, IN is seeking Police Dispatchers to receive emergency and nonemergency requests, document locations and vehicle details, and assign calls to officers according to priority. You may work nights and weekends as shifts require, with training provided; strong typing, clear radio communication, and ability to understand jurisdiction geography are important.

This role supports law enforcement operations daily.