Emergency Police Dispatcher — Critical Radio & Call Center

Public Safety Dispatch Network; Pleasant Plains (AR); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Public Safety Dispatch Network in Pleasant Plains, AR is seeking Police Dispatchers to support law enforcement operations by receiving requests for assistance and maintaining reliable communication with officers.

Dispatchers may work continuous shifts, typing accurately, learning jurisdictional geography, and using records systems. Annual pay ranges from the agency vacancy, with duties including incident documentation and coordination with multiple agencies.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or recognized equivalent required.
• Must be able to type accurately and understand spoken information.
• Ability to communicate clearly by radio and learn jurisdictional geography.
• Access to criminal justice information systems may require additional screening.

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
• 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

Radio communication

Clear speech

Geography knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Public Safety Dispatch Network in Pleasant Plains, AR is seeking Police Dispatchers to support law enforcement operations by receiving requests for assistance and maintaining reliable communication with officers.

Dispatchers may work continuous shifts, typing accurately, learning jurisdictional geography, and using records systems. Annual pay ranges from the agency vacancy, with duties including incident documentation and coordination with multiple agencies.