Emergency Police Dispatcher - Critical Communications

Public Safety Dispatch Network; Otis (OR); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Retirement plans

Paid leave

Job summary

Public Safety Dispatch Network is seeking police dispatch personnel to support Otis, Oregon. Dispatchers receive emergency and nonemergency requests, document locations and vehicle details, and assign calls to officers following agency procedures.

Candidates should type accurately, understand spoken information, communicate clearly by radio, and learn jurisdictional geography. Training and background checks may be required.

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

Public Safety Dispatch Network is seeking police dispatch personnel to support Otis, Oregon. Dispatchers receive emergency and nonemergency requests, document locations and vehicle details, and assign calls to officers following agency procedures.

Candidates should type accurately, understand spoken information, communicate clearly by radio, and learn jurisdictional geography. Training and background checks may be required.