Emergency Communications Specialist - Police Dispatcher

Regional 911 Intake Solutions; Village of Lyndonville (NY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Retirement plans

Paid leave

Job summary

Regional 911 Intake Solutions in Lyndonville, NY seeks Police Dispatcher opportunities. Dispatchers receive emergency and nonemergency requests, document locations, and assign calls to officers, maintaining radio and records systems.

Candidates typically hold a high school diploma, can type accurately, and communicate clearly by radio. Training is provided, with potential shift work including nights and weekends, and benefits vary by agency.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or recognized equivalent.
• Ability to type accurately and communicate clearly by radio.
• Access to criminal justice information systems may require additional screening and security training.

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.

Skills

Typing

Radio communication

Multitasking

Clear communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Regional 911 Intake Solutions in Lyndonville, NY seeks Police Dispatcher opportunities. Dispatchers receive emergency and nonemergency requests, document locations, and assign calls to officers, maintaining radio and records systems.

Candidates typically hold a high school diploma, can type accurately, and communicate clearly by radio. Training is provided, with potential shift work including nights and weekends, and benefits vary by agency.