Emergency Police Dispatcher — 24/7 Critical Communications

National Public Safety Careers; Kenvil (NJ); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

National Public Safety Careers announces Police Dispatcher opportunities in Kenvil, NJ. Dispatchers support police operations by receiving requests for assistance and maintaining reliable communication with officers, including radio dispatch and records duties as assigned.

Typical duties include documenting locations, descriptions, and hazards; assigning calls to officers by priority; monitoring radio traffic; and coordinating with neighboring agencies.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Ability to type accurately.
• Clear radio communication skills required.
• Willingness to learn jurisdiction geography and agency procedures.
• Background investigation and security screening may be required.

Responsibilities

• Receive emergency and nonemergency requests for police assistance.
• Document incident locations, descriptions, vehicle details, and 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 safety concerns.
• Conduct authorized records inquiries after training.
• Coordinate with neighboring agencies and other emergency services.
• Maintain incident records and safeguard restricted information.

Skills

Typing

Radio dispatch

Clear communication

Geography knowledge

Education

High school diploma

Tools

CJIS access

Job description

National Public Safety Careers announces Police Dispatcher opportunities in Kenvil, NJ. Dispatchers support police operations by receiving requests for assistance and maintaining reliable communication with officers, including radio dispatch and records duties as assigned.

Typical duties include documenting locations, descriptions, and hazards; assigning calls to officers by priority; monitoring radio traffic; and coordinating with neighboring agencies.