Emergency Police Dispatcher: 24/7 Critical Communications

National Public Safety Careers; Ardsley-on-Hudson (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

National Public Safety Careers is partnering with local agencies in Ardsley On Hudson, NY to recruit Police Dispatchers. You will handle emergency and nonemergency requests, log locations and details, and assign calls to officers while monitoring radio traffic and updates.

Training is provided for entry, with opportunities to coordinate across agencies and maintain secure records. Ideal candidates type accurately, understand spoken information, communicate clearly by radio, and learn

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; training may be provided for entry level.
• Typing accuracy, clear radio communication, and strong listening skills are essential.
• Ability to learn jurisdictional geography and operate securely within CJIS may be required.

Responsibilities

• Receive emergency and nonemergency requests for police assistance.
• Document incident locations, vehicle details, and reported hazards.
• Assign calls to officers according to priority and procedures.
• Monitor officer status and radio traffic for timely updates.
• Relay changes and potential safety concerns to field personnel.
• Conduct authorized records inquiries after training.
• Coordinate with neighboring agencies and other emergency services.
• Maintain incident records and safeguard restricted information.

Skills

Typing accuracy

Radio communication

Spoken information comprehension

Geography knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

National Public Safety Careers is partnering with local agencies in Ardsley On Hudson, NY to recruit Police Dispatchers. You will handle emergency and nonemergency requests, log locations and details, and assign calls to officers while monitoring radio traffic and updates.

Training is provided for entry, with opportunities to coordinate across agencies and maintain secure records. Ideal candidates type accurately, understand spoken information, communicate clearly by radio, and learn