Emergency Police Dispatcher — Critical Call & Radio Ops

National Public Safety Careers; Little Meadows (PA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

National Public Safety Careers seeks Police Dispatchers for Little Meadows, PA. Dispatchers handle emergency and nonemergency requests, document locations and hazards, assign calls to officers, and coordinate with agencies.

The role requires accuracy, rapid decision-making, and the ability to learn local geography. Work involves shift work including nights and weekends, with potential overtime according to staffing and operational needs.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Typing accuracy and clear radio communication needed.
• Ability to learn jurisdiction geography and dispatch procedures.

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 potential safety concerns.
• Coordinate with neighboring agencies and other emergency services.

Skills

Typing accuracy

Radio communication

Geography learning

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

National Public Safety Careers seeks Police Dispatchers for Little Meadows, PA. Dispatchers handle emergency and nonemergency requests, document locations and hazards, assign calls to officers, and coordinate with agencies.

The role requires accuracy, rapid decision-making, and the ability to learn local geography. Work involves shift work including nights and weekends, with potential overtime according to staffing and operational needs.