Emergency Communications Specialist

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Retirement plans

Paid leave

Job summary

Public Safety Dispatch Network in Cumberland, KY seeks a Police Dispatcher to receive emergency and nonemergency calls, relay information, and coordinate with officers. You will document locations, vehicle details, and hazards, and assign calls by priority to ensure rapid responses.

The role requires strong typing, clear radio communication, and the ability to learn jurisdictional geography. Shift work, nights, weekends, and overtime may be required depending on staffing and operational needs.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; training may be provided.
• Type accurately and communicate clearly by radio.
• Ability to learn jurisdictional geography and operate related systems.
• Background screening and possibly security training may apply.

Responsibilities

• Receive emergency and nonemergency requests for police assistance.
• Document incident locations, suspect details, vehicle information, and hazards.
• Assign calls to officers according to priority and procedures.
• Monitor officer status, radio traffic, and requests for assistance.
• Relay updates about 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 accuracy

Clear radio communication

Multitasking

Spoken language comprehension

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

CJIS access

Job description

Public Safety Dispatch Network in Cumberland, KY seeks a Police Dispatcher to receive emergency and nonemergency calls, relay information, and coordinate with officers. You will document locations, vehicle details, and hazards, and assign calls by priority to ensure rapid responses.

The role requires strong typing, clear radio communication, and the ability to learn jurisdictional geography. Shift work, nights, weekends, and overtime may be required depending on staffing and operational needs.