Emergency Police Dispatcher - Fast-Paced Communications Pro

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Paid leave

Continuing education

Job summary

Public Safety Dispatch Network in Sellersburg, IN is seeking a Police Dispatcher to support law enforcement by taking calls, dispatching units, and maintaining clear incident records. The role may involve shift work, including nights and weekends, and requires accurate typing and strong radio communication skills.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent and be capable of operating security-sensitive systems.

Qualifications

• Must be able to type accurately.
• Must understand spoken information and communicate clearly by radio.
• Learn jurisdictional geography and operate under security requirements.

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 changing incidents and safety concerns
• Coordinate with neighboring agencies and other emergency services
• Maintain clear incident records and safeguard restricted information

Skills

Typing

Radio communication

Clear communication

Geography knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Public Safety Dispatch Network in Sellersburg, IN is seeking a Police Dispatcher to support law enforcement by taking calls, dispatching units, and maintaining clear incident records. The role may involve shift work, including nights and weekends, and requires accurate typing and strong radio communication skills.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent and be capable of operating security-sensitive systems.