Emergency Communications Specialist — 24/7 Dispatch

Public Safety Dispatch Network; Burr (NE); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Retirement plans

Paid leave

Employee-assistance resources

Continuing education

Premium pay and other provisions vary

Job summary

Public Safety Dispatch Network seeks Police Dispatchers in Burr, NE. The role focuses on receiving emergency and nonemergency requests, documenting locations and hazards, and assigning calls to officers while monitoring radio traffic.

It may involve processing records and coordinating with neighboring agencies to ensure public safety. Applicants typically hold a high school diploma, can type accurately, and communicate clearly by radio.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent commonly required.
• Must type accurately and understand spoken information.
• Clear radio communication and knowledge of jurisdiction geography.

Responsibilities

• Receive emergency and nonemergency requests for police assistance.
• Document incident locations, descriptions, vehicle details, and hazards.
• Assign calls to 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.

Skills

Typing accuracy

Active listening

Radio communication

Geography knowledge

Education

High school diploma

Tools

CJIS

Job description

Public Safety Dispatch Network seeks Police Dispatchers in Burr, NE. The role focuses on receiving emergency and nonemergency requests, documenting locations and hazards, and assigning calls to officers while monitoring radio traffic.

It may involve processing records and coordinating with neighboring agencies to ensure public safety. Applicants typically hold a high school diploma, can type accurately, and communicate clearly by radio.