Emergency Police Dispatcher - 24/7 Public Safety Support

Public Safety Dispatch Network; Aurora (IA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Retirement plans

Paid leave

Continuing education

Job summary

Public Safety Dispatch Network in Aurora, IA is seeking Police Dispatchers to support law enforcement operations by receiving requests for assistance and maintaining reliable communication with officers.

Responsibilities include taking calls, dispatching officers, documenting incidents, and coordinating with nearby agencies. A high school diploma or equivalent is commonly required; strong typing, clear radio communication, and location accuracy are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or recognized equivalent commonly required.
• Ability to type accurately.
• Ability to understand spoken information and communicate clearly by radio.

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

Multitasking

Radio communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Records system

Job description

Public Safety Dispatch Network in Aurora, IA is seeking Police Dispatchers to support law enforcement operations by receiving requests for assistance and maintaining reliable communication with officers.

Responsibilities include taking calls, dispatching officers, documenting incidents, and coordinating with nearby agencies. A high school diploma or equivalent is commonly required; strong typing, clear radio communication, and location accuracy are essential.