Emergency Police Dispatcher — Fast-Paced & Impactful

National Public Safety Careers; Lewiston (ME); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

National Public Safety Careers in Lewiston, ME is recruiting Police Dispatchers to support law enforcement operations by receiving calls and maintaining communications with officers. The role may involve radio dispatch, records duties, and coordinating with agencies; a high school diploma is commonly required and accurate typing, clear radio communication, and geographic knowledge are essential.

These positions may require night/weekend shifts and overtime based on staffing and operational

Qualifications

• High school diploma or recognized equivalent required; training available for entry-level.
• Ability to type accurately and understand spoken information.
• Clear radio communication and jurisdictional geography understanding.

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 changing incidents and safety concerns.
• Conduct records inquiries after required training.
• Coordinate with neighboring agencies and other emergency services.
• Maintain incident records and safeguard restricted information.

Education

High school diploma

Job description

National Public Safety Careers in Lewiston, ME is recruiting Police Dispatchers to support law enforcement operations by receiving calls and maintaining communications with officers. The role may involve radio dispatch, records duties, and coordinating with agencies; a high school diploma is commonly required and accurate typing, clear radio communication, and geographic knowledge are essential.

These positions may require night/weekend shifts and overtime based on staffing and operational