Emergency Police Dispatcher – 24/7 Communications Specialist

Public Safety Dispatch Network; Brainardsville (NY); On-site; USD 37,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Public Safety Dispatch Network in Brainardsville, NY seeks Police Dispatchers to support law enforcement by taking emergency and nonemergency requests, keeping clear radio communications, and coordinating with officers. The position combines call taking, dispatch, and records duties as defined by the agency.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent, be able to type accurately, understand spoken information, and learn jurisdiction geography.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or recognized equivalent is commonly required.
• Typing accuracy and clear radio communication are essential.
• Ability to learn jurisdiction geography and basic records access.

Responsibilities

• Receive emergency and nonemergency requests for police assistance.
• Document incident locations, suspect descriptions, vehicle details, and hazards.
• Assign calls to officers according to priority and agency procedures.
• Monitor officer status, radio traffic, and requests for assistance.
• Relay updates about changing incidents and safety concerns.
• Coordinate with neighboring agencies and other emergency services.

Skills

Typing proficiency

Radio communication

Multitasking

Jurisdiction geography

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Public Safety Dispatch Network in Brainardsville, NY seeks Police Dispatchers to support law enforcement by taking emergency and nonemergency requests, keeping clear radio communications, and coordinating with officers. The position combines call taking, dispatch, and records duties as defined by the agency.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent, be able to type accurately, understand spoken information, and learn jurisdiction geography.