Emergency Police Dispatcher: Fast-Paced, Critical Alerts

National Public Safety Careers; Warnock (OH); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

National Public Safety Careers advertises Police Dispatcher opportunities in Warnock, OH. Dispatchers handle emergency and nonemergency requests, document locations, assign calls, monitor officer status, and relay updates to ensure timely responses.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma, can type accurately, communicate clearly by radio, and learn local geography. Applicants should expect background checks and required training; position may involve night or rotating shifts.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to type accurately and communicate clearly by radio.
• Willingness to learn jurisdictional geography and paging procedures.
• Pass background checks and dispatch aptitude assessments.

Responsibilities

• Receive emergency and nonemergency requests for police assistance.
• Document incident locations, suspect 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.
• Maintain incident records and protect restricted information.
• Conduct authorized records inquiries after required training.

Skills

Typing

Clear communication

Radio communication

Geography knowledge

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Criminal justice information systems

Job description

National Public Safety Careers advertises Police Dispatcher opportunities in Warnock, OH. Dispatchers handle emergency and nonemergency requests, document locations, assign calls, monitor officer status, and relay updates to ensure timely responses.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma, can type accurately, communicate clearly by radio, and learn local geography. Applicants should expect background checks and required training; position may involve night or rotating shifts.