Emergency Police Dispatcher - 24/7 Critical Communications

Public Safety Dispatch Network; Lykens (Dauphin County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Retirement plans

Paid leave

Education support

Job summary

Public Safety Dispatch Network in Lykens, PA seeks Police Dispatcher opportunities. You will receive emergency and nonemergency requests for police assistance and document critical details to support officers in the field.

Responsibilities include assigning calls, monitoring radio traffic, relaying updates, and coordinating with neighboring agencies. A high school diploma is commonly required, with training provided for entry-level roles and potential background screening.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or recognized equivalent is commonly required.
• Candidates should be able to type accurately and communicate clearly by radio.
• Able to listen and understand spoken information and follow agency procedures.
• Access to criminal justice information systems may require screening and training.

Responsibilities

• Receive emergency and nonemergency requests for police assistance.
• Document incident locations, suspect 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 potential safety concerns.
• Coordinate with neighboring agencies and other emergency services.
• Maintain clear incident records and safeguard restricted information.

Skills

Typing

Listening

Multitasking

Clear radio communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Record management system

Job description

Public Safety Dispatch Network in Lykens, PA seeks Police Dispatcher opportunities. You will receive emergency and nonemergency requests for police assistance and document critical details to support officers in the field.

Responsibilities include assigning calls, monitoring radio traffic, relaying updates, and coordinating with neighboring agencies. A high school diploma is commonly required, with training provided for entry-level roles and potential background screening.