Emergency Police Dispatcher - 24/7 Critical Communications

Public Safety Dispatch Network; Harveys Lake (Luzerne County); On-site; USD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Retirement plans

Paid leave

Job summary

Public Safety Dispatch Network in Harveys Lake, PA, invites applications for Police Dispatcher positions. Responsibilities include receiving requests for police assistance, documenting details, assigning calls to officers, and monitoring radio traffic.

Applicants should have a high school diploma, strong typing, clear communication, and the ability to multitask in fast-paced environments. Training and agency-specific qualifications apply; background checks and security screening are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or recognized equivalent is commonly required.
• Accurate typing, clear spoken communication, and ability to learn jurisdictional geography.
• Background checks and security screening may be required by the employer.

Responsibilities

• Receive emergency and nonemergency requests for police assistance.
• Document incident locations, suspect descriptions, vehicle details, and reported hazards.
• Assign calls to 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.

Skills

Typing

Clear radio communication

Multitasking

Listening skills

Education

High School Diploma

Police dispatch certifications (preferred)

Tools

CJIS access (system)

Job description

Public Safety Dispatch Network in Harveys Lake, PA, invites applications for Police Dispatcher positions. Responsibilities include receiving requests for police assistance, documenting details, assigning calls to officers, and monitoring radio traffic.

Applicants should have a high school diploma, strong typing, clear communication, and the ability to multitask in fast-paced environments. Training and agency-specific qualifications apply; background checks and security screening are required.