Emergency Police Dispatcher - Critical 24/7 Communications

Public Safety Dispatch Network; Moab (UT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Public Safety Dispatch Network in Moab, Utah, is seeking Police Dispatcher personnel to support law enforcement operations by receiving requests for assistance and maintaining reliable communication with officers. Duties include accurate location reporting, prioritizing calls, and updating incident details from a coordinated dispatch console.

Typical work involves typing accurately, listening carefully, and learning jurisdictional geography.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is commonly required.
• Entry-level vacancies may provide training.
• Candidates should be able to type accurately and understand spoken information.
• Access to records systems may require additional screening or training.

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.
• Conduct authorized records inquiries after training.
• Coordinate with neighboring agencies and other emergency services.
• Maintain incident records and safeguard restricted information.

Skills

Typing

Listening

Multitasking

Dispatch aptitude

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Records systems

Job description

Public Safety Dispatch Network in Moab, Utah, is seeking Police Dispatcher personnel to support law enforcement operations by receiving requests for assistance and maintaining reliable communication with officers. Duties include accurate location reporting, prioritizing calls, and updating incident details from a coordinated dispatch console.

Typical work involves typing accurately, listening carefully, and learning jurisdictional geography.