Emergency Police Dispatcher — Birdsboro (24/7)

National Public Safety Careers; Birdsboro (Berks County); On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Payroll benefits

Job summary

National Public Safety Careers is recruiting Police Dispatchers for opportunities in Birdsboro, PA. Dispatchers receive emergencies and non-emergency requests, document details, and coordinate with officers, ensuring timely updates and safe incident handling.

Work includes night/weekend shifts, potentially overtime, and requires clear radio communication, accurate typing, and the ability to learn jurisdictional geography.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or recognized equivalent is commonly required.
• Entry-level vacancies may provide training, while 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.

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

Radio communication

Multitasking

Jurisdictional geography

Education

High school diploma

Job description

National Public Safety Careers is recruiting Police Dispatchers for opportunities in Birdsboro, PA. Dispatchers receive emergencies and non-emergency requests, document details, and coordinate with officers, ensuring timely updates and safe incident handling.

Work includes night/weekend shifts, potentially overtime, and requires clear radio communication, accurate typing, and the ability to learn jurisdictional geography.