Emergency Police Dispatcher — Fast, Critical Communications

Public Safety Dispatch Network; Somerset (IN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision

Retirement plans

Paid leave

Employee assistance program

Continuing education

Premium pay

Job summary

Public Safety Dispatch Network in Somerset, IN seeks Police Dispatchers to support law enforcement operations by receiving requests for assistance and maintaining reliable communication with officers. You will document incident details, assign calls, and relay updates as situations unfold.

Entry may include night shifts and overtime; training is provided for new hires. A focus on accuracy, clear radio communication, and jurisdictional geography is essential.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or recognized equivalent is commonly required. Entry-level vacancies may provide training, while experienced classifications may require prior police dispatch work and applicable certifications.
• Candidates should be able to type accurately, understand spoken information, communicate clearly by radio, and learn jurisdictional geography.

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

Geography knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Public Safety Dispatch Network in Somerset, IN seeks Police Dispatchers to support law enforcement operations by receiving requests for assistance and maintaining reliable communication with officers. You will document incident details, assign calls, and relay updates as situations unfold.

Entry may include night shifts and overtime; training is provided for new hires. A focus on accuracy, clear radio communication, and jurisdictional geography is essential.