Emergency Police Dispatcher — 24/7 Critical Communications

National Public Safety Careers; North Greece (NY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Police dispatch opportunities in North Greece, NY, are available to support law enforcement operations. Dispatchers receive emergency and nonemergency requests, document locations and details, and assign calls to officers while monitoring status and radio traffic.

The role may involve various records duties and coordination with neighboring agencies to ensure safety and timely information. Candidates typically need a high school diploma or equivalent; some vacancies offer training, with

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or recognized equivalent is commonly required.
• Entry-level vacancies may provide training; 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.
• Access to criminal justice information systems may require additional screening and security training.

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

Job description

Police dispatch opportunities in North Greece, NY, are available to support law enforcement operations. Dispatchers receive emergency and nonemergency requests, document locations and details, and assign calls to officers while monitoring status and radio traffic.

The role may involve various records duties and coordination with neighboring agencies to ensure safety and timely information. Candidates typically need a high school diploma or equivalent; some vacancies offer training, with