Emergency Police Dispatcher — Critical Communications

Public Safety Dispatch Network; New Caney (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Retirement plans

Paid leave

Employee assistance resources

Continuing education

Job summary

Public Safety Dispatch Network seeks skilled police dispatchers to support New Caney operations from a local dispatch center. The role involves taking requests for assistance, documenting details, and coordinating with officers to ensure safety and rapid responses.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent and be able to type accurately, learn local geography, and communicate clearly by radio. Training is typically provided, with varying shifts including nights and weekends.

Qualifications

• Type accurately and understand spoken information.
• Communicate clearly by radio and learn jurisdictional geography.
• Access to criminal justice information systems may require screening.

Responsibilities

• Receive emergency and nonemergency requests for police assistance.
• Document incident locations, suspect descriptions, vehicle details, and reported 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.
• Coordinate with neighboring agencies and other emergency services.
• Maintain incident records and safeguard restricted information.
• Conduct authorized records inquiries after training.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Public Safety Dispatch Network seeks skilled police dispatchers to support New Caney operations from a local dispatch center. The role involves taking requests for assistance, documenting details, and coordinating with officers to ensure safety and rapid responses.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent and be able to type accurately, learn local geography, and communicate clearly by radio. Training is typically provided, with varying shifts including nights and weekends.