Emergency Police Dispatcher: Fast-Paced Communications

National Public Safety Careers; Fishers Landing (NY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

National Public Safety Careers is offering Police Dispatcher opportunities in Fishers, NY. Dispatchers receive emergency and nonemergency requests and document locations and details, then assign calls to officers following agency procedures.

Successful candidates will have strong typing, clear communication, and the ability to learn jurisdiction geography. Roles involve monitoring radio traffic, coordinating with agencies, and maintaining records; entry-level training is provided with background

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or equivalent is commonly required.
• Ability to type accurately and read back information.
• Clear spoken and written communication skills.
• Ability to learn jurisdiction geography and use criminal justice information systems.

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 radio traffic and officer status; relay updates as needed.
• Coordinate with neighboring agencies and other emergency services.
• Maintain incident records and safeguard restricted information.
• Complete authorized records inquiries after training.

Skills

Typing

Multitasking

Listening

Radio communication

Education

High school diploma

Job description

National Public Safety Careers is offering Police Dispatcher opportunities in Fishers, NY. Dispatchers receive emergency and nonemergency requests and document locations and details, then assign calls to officers following agency procedures.

Successful candidates will have strong typing, clear communication, and the ability to learn jurisdiction geography. Roles involve monitoring radio traffic, coordinating with agencies, and maintaining records; entry-level training is provided with background