Emergency Police Dispatcher — 24/7 Ops (Gilbert, AZ)

Public Safety Dispatch Network; Gilbert (AZ); On-site; USD 45,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Paid leave

Continuing education

Premium pay varies by agency

Job summary

Public Safety Dispatch Network in Gilbert, AZ is seeking Police Dispatchers to support law enforcement operations by receiving requests and maintaining reliable communication with officers. Dispatchers may perform call taking, radio dispatch, and records-system duties as assigned.

Responsibilities include logging incidents, coordinating with agencies, and ensuring accurate, timely updates. A high school diploma is commonly required; strong typing and clear radio communication are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is commonly required.
• Able to type accurately and understand spoken information.
• Communicate clearly by radio and learn jurisdictional geography.
• CJIS or security screening may be required.

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 safety concerns.
• Coordinate with neighboring agencies and other emergency services.
• Maintain incident records and safeguard restricted information.

Skills

Typing accuracy

Radio communication

Clear spoken communication

Geography knowledge

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Public Safety Dispatch Network in Gilbert, AZ is seeking Police Dispatchers to support law enforcement operations by receiving requests and maintaining reliable communication with officers. Dispatchers may perform call taking, radio dispatch, and records-system duties as assigned.

Responsibilities include logging incidents, coordinating with agencies, and ensuring accurate, timely updates. A high school diploma is commonly required; strong typing and clear radio communication are essential.