Emergency Police Dispatcher - Critical Communications Pro

National Public Safety Careers; Palmyra (Lebanon County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Retirement plans

Paid leave and education resources

Job summary

National Public Safety Careers is seeking qualified Police Dispatchers for Palmyra, PA. Dispatchers receive requests for police assistance, document locations and details, and assign calls to officers following agency procedures.

Work may include nights, weekends, holidays and overtime based on staffing. Applicants should be capable typists, able to communicate clearly by radio, and learn jurisdiction geography; background checks and security screening may apply.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or recognized equivalent commonly required.
• Typing ability and fast, accurate keyboarding.
• Clear communication by radio and telephone.
• Ability to learn jurisdiction geography and operate under stress.

Responsibilities

• Receive emergency and nonemergency requests for police assistance.
• Document incident locations, descriptions, vehicle details, and hazards.
• Assign calls to officers according to priority and procedures.
• Monitor officer status, radio traffic, and requests for assistance.
• Relay updates on changing incidents and safety concerns.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Criminal justice information systems

Job description

National Public Safety Careers is seeking qualified Police Dispatchers for Palmyra, PA. Dispatchers receive requests for police assistance, document locations and details, and assign calls to officers following agency procedures.

Work may include nights, weekends, holidays and overtime based on staffing. Applicants should be capable typists, able to communicate clearly by radio, and learn jurisdiction geography; background checks and security screening may apply.