Emergency Communications Specialist — Police Dispatch

National Public Safety Careers; Port Washington (NY); 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

Job summary

National Public Safety Careers is seeking Police Dispatcher opportunities in North Washington. Dispatchers receive emergency and nonemergency requests, document locations, and assign calls to officers.

The role may involve telephone call taking, radio dispatch, and records-system duties. Candidates typically need a high school diploma and must type accurately, understand spoken information, and learn jurisdictional geography.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or recognized equivalent is commonly required.
• Must be able to type accurately.
• Clear radio communication and ability to learn jurisdictional geography. Access to records systems may require screening.

Responsibilities

• Receive emergency and nonemergency requests for police assistance.
• Document incident locations, suspect 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 safety concerns.
• Coordinate with neighboring agencies and other emergency services.

Skills

Typing

Radio communication

Multitasking

Geography knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

National Public Safety Careers is seeking Police Dispatcher opportunities in North Washington. Dispatchers receive emergency and nonemergency requests, document locations, and assign calls to officers.

The role may involve telephone call taking, radio dispatch, and records-system duties. Candidates typically need a high school diploma and must type accurately, understand spoken information, and learn jurisdictional geography.