Emergency Police Dispatcher — 24/7 Critical Communications

Public Safety Dispatch Network; Bath (SC); On-site; USD 38,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Retirement plans

Paid leave

Employee-assistance resources

Continuing education

Job summary

Public Safety Dispatch Network in Bath, SC seeks Police Dispatcher to receive emergency and nonemergency requests and coordinate with officers. You will document locations, descriptions, and hazards while assigning calls and monitoring radio traffic.

A high school diploma is commonly required; training is provided for entry level positions. Applicants should type accurately, understand spoken information, communicate clearly by radio, and learn jurisdictional geography.

Qualifications

• 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, 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 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

Education

High school diploma or recognized equivalent

Job description

Public Safety Dispatch Network in Bath, SC seeks Police Dispatcher to receive emergency and nonemergency requests and coordinate with officers. You will document locations, descriptions, and hazards while assigning calls and monitoring radio traffic.

A high school diploma is commonly required; training is provided for entry level positions. Applicants should type accurately, understand spoken information, communicate clearly by radio, and learn jurisdictional geography.