Emergency Police Dispatcher — Critical Public Safety Communications

Public Safety Dispatch Network; Purdon (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Public Safety Dispatch Network seeks an on-site Police Dispatcher to support law enforcement operations from a central communications center in Texas. The role involves receiving calls, logging details, and coordinating with officers and other emergency services.

The position may include nights and weekends based on staffing needs. Candidates should have a high school diploma, good typing skills, and the ability to communicate clearly by radio.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; entry-level training may be provided.
• Typing accurately and fast is essential; you must understand spoken information and communicate clearly by radio.
• Ability to learn jurisdictional geography and access to sensitive information may require screening.

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 about incidents and safety concerns.
• Coordinate with neighboring agencies and other emergency services.

Job description

Public Safety Dispatch Network seeks an on-site Police Dispatcher to support law enforcement operations from a central communications center in Texas. The role involves receiving calls, logging details, and coordinating with officers and other emergency services.

The position may include nights and weekends based on staffing needs. Candidates should have a high school diploma, good typing skills, and the ability to communicate clearly by radio.