Emergency Police Dispatcher

National Public Safety Careers; Kerhonkson (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Retirement plans

Paid leave

Employee assistance

Job summary

National Public Safety Careers in Kerhonkson, NY is seeking Police Dispatchers to support law enforcement operations. The role involves taking emergencies and routine requests, documenting locations, and coordinating with officers to ensure safety and rapid response.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma, typing accuracy, and clear radio communication. Training may be provided; duties may include rotating shifts and overtime. Benefits vary by agency and agreement.

Qualifications

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

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

Skills

Typing

Clear communication

Multitasking

Radio communication

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Criminal justice information systems

Job description

National Public Safety Careers in Kerhonkson, NY is seeking Police Dispatchers to support law enforcement operations. The role involves taking emergencies and routine requests, documenting locations, and coordinating with officers to ensure safety and rapid response.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma, typing accuracy, and clear radio communication. Training may be provided; duties may include rotating shifts and overtime. Benefits vary by agency and agreement.