Emergency Police Dispatcher - 24/7 Communications

Public Safety Dispatch Network; Ackerly (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental coverage

Paid leave

Job summary

Public Safety Dispatch Network in Texas seeks Police Dispatcher to receive emergency and nonemergency requests and coordinate with officers. The role emphasizes accurate location reporting, incident documentation, and timely communications.

You will document details, relay updates, operate radios and records systems, and may work nights, weekends, or holidays based on staffing needs and agency procedures.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent commonly required.
• Ability to type accurately and understand spoken information.
• Clear radio communication skills and knowledge of jurisdiction geography.

Responsibilities

• Receive emergency and nonemergency requests for police assistance.
• Document incident locations, 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 access records systems when trained.

Skills

Typing accuracy

Active listening

Multitasking

Dispatch procedures

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Public Safety Dispatch Network in Texas seeks Police Dispatcher to receive emergency and nonemergency requests and coordinate with officers. The role emphasizes accurate location reporting, incident documentation, and timely communications.

You will document details, relay updates, operate radios and records systems, and may work nights, weekends, or holidays based on staffing needs and agency procedures.