Emergency Dispatcher: 24/7 Public Safety Communications

Public Safety Dispatch Network; Odessa (TX); Vor Ort; USD 40.000 - 60.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Retirement plans

Paid leave

Employee assistance program

Continuing education

Premium pay

Zusammenfassung

Public Safety Dispatch Network in Odessa, TX is seeking Police Dispatchers to support law enforcement operations by taking requests for assistance and maintaining reliable communication with officers. The role may involve telephone call taking, radio dispatch, and records-system duties.

You will document incident details, assign calls, monitor status, and coordinate with neighboring agencies. A high school diploma and ability to type, listen, and multitask are expected; training may be provided.

Qualifikationen

• A high school diploma or recognized equivalent is commonly required.
• Entry-level vacancies may provide training; experienced classifications may require prior police dispatch work and applicable certifications.
• Candidates should be able to type accurately, understand spoken information, and learn jurisdictional geography.

Aufgaben

• 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
• Conduct authorized records inquiries after completing required training
• Coordinate with neighboring agencies and other emergency services
• Maintain clear incident records and safeguard restricted information

Kenntnisse

Typing

Listening

Multitasking

Dispatch aptitude

Ausbildung

High school diploma or equivalent

Jobbeschreibung

Public Safety Dispatch Network in Odessa, TX is seeking Police Dispatchers to support law enforcement operations by taking requests for assistance and maintaining reliable communication with officers. The role may involve telephone call taking, radio dispatch, and records-system duties.

You will document incident details, assign calls, monitor status, and coordinate with neighboring agencies. A high school diploma and ability to type, listen, and multitask are expected; training may be provided.