Emergency Police Dispatcher: Critical Communications Pro

National Public Safety Careers; Mount Vernon (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

National Public Safety Careers is seeking police dispatcher opportunities in Mount Vernon, OH. The role involves receiving requests for police assistance, documenting details, and coordinating with officers to ensure timely responses.

Dispatchers may work nights, weekends, and holidays based on staffing and needs. Qualifications include a high school diploma, accurate typing, clear radio communication, and familiarity with jurisdiction geography.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; training may be provided for entry-level.
• Ability to type accurately, listen clearly, and communicate by radio.
• Willingness to work in a police dispatch environment and use CJIS systems.

Responsibilities

• Receive emergency and nonemergency requests for police assistance.
• Document incident locations, suspect descriptions, vehicle details, and hazards.
• Assign calls to officers based on 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 services.
• Maintain clear incident records and protect restricted information.

Skills

Typing

Radio communication

Listening

Geography knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Criminal justice information systems

Job description

National Public Safety Careers is seeking police dispatcher opportunities in Mount Vernon, OH. The role involves receiving requests for police assistance, documenting details, and coordinating with officers to ensure timely responses.

Dispatchers may work nights, weekends, and holidays based on staffing and needs. Qualifications include a high school diploma, accurate typing, clear radio communication, and familiarity with jurisdiction geography.