Emergency Police Dispatcher - Critical Communications

National Public Safety Careers; Baldwin (NY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Retirement plans

Paid leave

Job summary

National Public Safety Careers seeks Police Dispatcher opportunities in Baldwin, NY. Dispatchers receive emergency and nonemergency requests, document details, and coordinate with officers to ensure rapid, safe responses.

Work may involve night shifts, weekends, holidays, and overtime. A high school diploma and accurate typing, clear radio communication, and geography knowledge are typically required. Benefits vary by agency.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required, strong typing and listening skills.
• Ability to type accurately and communicate clearly by radio.
• Ability to learn jurisdictional geography and operate under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Receive emergency and nonemergency requests for police assistance.
• Document incident locations, vehicle details, and hazards.
• Assign calls to officers according to priority and procedures.
• Monitor officer status and radio traffic.
• Relay timely updates about incidents and safety concerns.
• Coordinate with other agencies as needed.
• Maintain incident records and safeguard sensitive information.

Skills

Typing

Clear communication

Multitasking

Radio communication

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Records systems

Job description

National Public Safety Careers seeks Police Dispatcher opportunities in Baldwin, NY. Dispatchers receive emergency and nonemergency requests, document details, and coordinate with officers to ensure rapid, safe responses.

Work may involve night shifts, weekends, holidays, and overtime. A high school diploma and accurate typing, clear radio communication, and geography knowledge are typically required. Benefits vary by agency.