Emergency Police Dispatcher: Critical Dispatch

National Public Safety Careers; Woodside (NY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Retirement plans

Paid leave

Continuing education

Employee assistance resources

Premium pay / overtime

Job summary

National Public Safety Careers is seeking Police Dispatcher candidates for Woodside, NY. Dispatchers handle emergency and nonemergency calls, document incident details, and coordinate with officers to ensure timely responses from a centralized communications center.

The role emphasizes accurate information transfer, situational awareness, and strict confidentiality while supporting ongoing law enforcement operations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; some vacancies may provide training.
• Must be able to type accurately and communicate clearly by radio.
• Ability to understand spoken information and document incidents precisely.

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 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.

Skills

Typing speed & accuracy

Clear verbal communication

Multitasking under pressure

Public safety dispatch knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

National Public Safety Careers is seeking Police Dispatcher candidates for Woodside, NY. Dispatchers handle emergency and nonemergency calls, document incident details, and coordinate with officers to ensure timely responses from a centralized communications center.

The role emphasizes accurate information transfer, situational awareness, and strict confidentiality while supporting ongoing law enforcement operations.