Emergency Police Dispatcher - 24/7 Communications & Training

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Retirement plans

Paid leave

Continuing education

Job summary

Public Safety Dispatch Network seeks qualified Police Dispatchers to support law enforcement operations from Halethorpe, MD. The role involves taking calls, prioritizing incidents, and maintaining reliable radio communications with officers in the field.

Dispatchers ensure accurate location data, incident details, and safety information, coordinating with agencies and performing records checks as required. Training is provided; candidates must be able to work varied shifts including nights and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; training provided for entry-level positions.
• Candidates should type accurately and understand spoken information.
• Ability to communicate clearly by radio and learn jurisdictional geography.

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 procedures.
• Monitor officer status, radio traffic, and requests for assistance.
• Relay updates about changing incidents and potential safety concerns.
• Conduct authorized records inquiries after training.
• Coordinate with neighboring agencies and other emergency services.
• Maintain clear incident records and safeguard restricted information.

Skills

Typing accuracy

Radio communication

Verbal communication

Geography knowledge

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Public Safety Dispatch Network seeks qualified Police Dispatchers to support law enforcement operations from Halethorpe, MD. The role involves taking calls, prioritizing incidents, and maintaining reliable radio communications with officers in the field.

Dispatchers ensure accurate location data, incident details, and safety information, coordinating with agencies and performing records checks as required. Training is provided; candidates must be able to work varied shifts including nights and