Emergency Police Dispatcher: Critical Communications

Regional 911 Intake Solutions; Newfield (ME); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Regional 911 Intake Solutions seeks Police Dispatchers to support law enforcement operations by receiving requests for assistance and maintaining reliable communication with officers. The role may include telephone call taking, radio dispatch, and records-system duties.

Dispatchers help officers understand what is happening before they arrive, ensuring accurate locations, descriptions, safety information and timely updates are provided.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or recognized equivalent is commonly required.
• Candidates should be able to type accurately and understand spoken information.
• Ability to communicate clearly by radio and learn jurisdictional geography.
• Access to law enforcement information systems may require additional screening.

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 required training.
• Coordinate with neighboring agencies and other emergency services.
• Maintain clear incident records and safeguard restricted information.

Skills

Typing

Clear communication

Radio procedures

Geography knowledge

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Regional 911 Intake Solutions seeks Police Dispatchers to support law enforcement operations by receiving requests for assistance and maintaining reliable communication with officers. The role may include telephone call taking, radio dispatch, and records-system duties.

Dispatchers help officers understand what is happening before they arrive, ensuring accurate locations, descriptions, safety information and timely updates are provided.