Emergency Police Dispatcher - Fast-Paced, Impactful Communications

Public Safety Dispatch Network; Wakeman Township (OH); On-site; USD 38,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision coverage

Paid leave

Education resources

Job summary

Public Safety Dispatch Network in Wakeman, OH seeks a Police Dispatcher to support law enforcement communications. The role involves taking calls, relaying information to officers, and coordinating with agencies from a central dispatch console.

Candidates should type accurately, understand spoken information, and communicate clearly by radio, with training provided as needed. The position may involve night and weekend shifts depending on staffing needs.

Qualifications

• Must be able to type accurately.
• Able to understand spoken information clearly.
• Ability to communicate via radio and phone.
• Learn jurisdictional geography and agency procedures.

Responsibilities

• Receive emergency and nonemergency requests for police assistance.
• Document incident locations, vehicle details, and reported 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.
• Conduct authorized records inquiries after required training.
• Coordinate with neighboring agencies and emergency services.
• Maintain clear incident records and safeguard restricted information.

Skills

Typing

Radio comms

Multitasking

Listening

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Public Safety Dispatch Network in Wakeman, OH seeks a Police Dispatcher to support law enforcement communications. The role involves taking calls, relaying information to officers, and coordinating with agencies from a central dispatch console.

Candidates should type accurately, understand spoken information, and communicate clearly by radio, with training provided as needed. The position may involve night and weekend shifts depending on staffing needs.