Emergency Police Dispatcher: Critical Communications

Regional 911 Intake Solutions; South Hackensack (NJ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Regional 911 Intake Solutions seeks Police Dispatcher opportunities in South Hackensack, NJ. Dispatchers receive calls for police assistance, document incidents, assign calls to officers, monitor status, and relay updates to ensure public safety.

Training may be provided; typing, radio communication, and geography knowledge are essential. Expected duties include handling emergency and nonemergency requests, maintaining clear incident records, and coordinating with neighboring agencies as needed.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or recognized equivalent is commonly required and some vacancies provide training.
• Candidates should be able to type accurately, understand spoken information, and communicate clearly by radio.
• Access to criminal justice information systems may require additional screening and security training.

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.
• Coordinate with neighboring agencies and other emergency services.

Skills

Typing

Active listening

Radio communication

Geography knowledge

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Regional 911 Intake Solutions seeks Police Dispatcher opportunities in South Hackensack, NJ. Dispatchers receive calls for police assistance, document incidents, assign calls to officers, monitor status, and relay updates to ensure public safety.

Training may be provided; typing, radio communication, and geography knowledge are essential. Expected duties include handling emergency and nonemergency requests, maintaining clear incident records, and coordinating with neighboring agencies as needed.