Emergency Police Dispatcher

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision coverage

Retirement plans

Paid leave

Education opportunities

Premium pay

Job summary

Public Safety Dispatch Network in Carterville, MO seeks Police Dispatchers to support law enforcement operations by taking calls, coordinating with officers, and maintaining clear radio communications.

Duties include documenting incident details, routing calls, monitoring officer status, and coordinating with neighboring agencies. A high school diploma and basic training are typically required; access to CJIS may involve screening and security training.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; training provided for entry-level roles.
• May require certifications for police dispatch work and records access.
• Typing accurately and communicating clearly by radio are essential.
• Ability to learn jurisdictional geography and operate information systems.

Responsibilities

• Receive emergency and nonemergency police requests.
• Document incident locations, descriptions and hazards.
• Assign calls to officers based on priority and procedures.
• Monitor officer status, radio traffic and requests for assistance.
• Relay updates about incidents and safety concerns.
• Coordinate with neighboring agencies and other services.
• Maintain clear incident records and safeguard restricted information.

Skills

Typing

Radio comms

Multitasking

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Records systems

CJIS access

Job description

Public Safety Dispatch Network in Carterville, MO seeks Police Dispatchers to support law enforcement operations by taking calls, coordinating with officers, and maintaining clear radio communications.

Duties include documenting incident details, routing calls, monitoring officer status, and coordinating with neighboring agencies. A high school diploma and basic training are typically required; access to CJIS may involve screening and security training.