Emergency Police Dispatcher — 24/7 Public Safety Communicator

Public Safety Dispatch Network; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Pension/retirement plans

Paid leave

Job summary

Public Safety Dispatch Network in Memphis is seeking Police Dispatchers to support law enforcement operations by taking requests for assistance and maintaining clear communications with officers.

This role may require night, weekend, and holiday shifts, overtime, and rotating schedules. Training is provided and accuracy in documenting incidents is essential for officer safety and effective responses.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent commonly required.
• Ability to type accurately and communicate clearly by radio.
• Willingness to undergo background checks and training.

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

Skills

Typing accuracy

Multitasking

Radio communication

Listening skills

Spoken English

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Criminal justice information systems

Dispatch software

Job description

Public Safety Dispatch Network in Memphis is seeking Police Dispatchers to support law enforcement operations by taking requests for assistance and maintaining clear communications with officers.

This role may require night, weekend, and holiday shifts, overtime, and rotating schedules. Training is provided and accuracy in documenting incidents is essential for officer safety and effective responses.