Emergency Police Dispatcher: 24/7 Critical Communications

Public Safety Dispatch Network; Stockton (NJ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Retirement plans

Paid leave

Job summary

The Police Dispatcher role in Stockton involves receiving and coordinating police assistance requests, maintaining accurate incident records, and relaying critical updates to officers. Dispatchers may handle calls, document details, and assign tasks based on priority while maintaining strict confidentiality and security practices.

Candidates should have strong typing, clear radio communication, and skills in multitasking, situational awareness, and geography.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or recognized equivalent is commonly required.
• Ability to type accurately and understand spoken information.
• Clear radio communication and ability to learn jurisdiction geography.
• Access to records systems may require additional screening.

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

Skills

Typing accuracy

Clear radio communication

Multitasking

Situation awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

The Police Dispatcher role in Stockton involves receiving and coordinating police assistance requests, maintaining accurate incident records, and relaying critical updates to officers. Dispatchers may handle calls, document details, and assign tasks based on priority while maintaining strict confidentiality and security practices.

Candidates should have strong typing, clear radio communication, and skills in multitasking, situational awareness, and geography.