Emergency Police Dispatcher - Critical Communications

National Public Safety Careers; Old Saybrook (CT); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

National Public Safety Careers is seeking Police Dispatcher opportunities in Old Saybrook, CT. Dispatchers support law enforcement operations by receiving requests for assistance and maintaining reliable communication with officers.

The position may involve telephone call taking, radio dispatch, and authorized records-system duties. Police Dispatchers may work nights, weekends, or holidays and may require overtime based on staffing and operational needs.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or recognized equivalent is commonly required.
• Typing speed and accuracy; ability to understand spoken information; learn jurisdictional geography.

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

Job description

National Public Safety Careers is seeking Police Dispatcher opportunities in Old Saybrook, CT. Dispatchers support law enforcement operations by receiving requests for assistance and maintaining reliable communication with officers.

The position may involve telephone call taking, radio dispatch, and authorized records-system duties. Police Dispatchers may work nights, weekends, or holidays and may require overtime based on staffing and operational needs.