Emergency Police Dispatcher: 24/7 Critical Communications

Public Safety Dispatch Network; Gainestown (AL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Retirement plans

Paid leave

Employee-assistance resources

Continuing education

Job summary

Public Safety Dispatch Network in Gainestown, Alabama seeks Police Dispatcher to support law enforcement operations by receiving requests for assistance, maintaining reliable communication with officers, and performing records-system duties as assigned.

This role requires accurate typing, clear radio communication, and the ability to work nights, weekends, or holidays as needed, with potential overtime depending on staffing and needs.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Ability to type accurately.
• Clear communication and multitasking skills required.

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.
• Coordinate with neighboring agencies and other emergency services.
• Maintain incident records and safeguard restricted information.

Skills

Typing

Listening

Multitasking

Dispatch aptitude

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Records management system

Radio/telecommunications equipment

Job description

Public Safety Dispatch Network in Gainestown, Alabama seeks Police Dispatcher to support law enforcement operations by receiving requests for assistance, maintaining reliable communication with officers, and performing records-system duties as assigned.

This role requires accurate typing, clear radio communication, and the ability to work nights, weekends, or holidays as needed, with potential overtime depending on staffing and needs.