Emergency Police Dispatcher: Fast-Paced Safety Coordinator

Regional 911 Intake Solutions; Killingly (CT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Retirement plans

Paid leave

Education resources

Job summary

Regional 911 Intake Solutions is seeking a Police Dispatcher to handle emergency and nonemergency requests for police assistance, document locations and details, and assign calls to officers based on priority. You will monitor radio traffic and coordinate with neighboring agencies to ensure timely, safe responses.

A high school diploma or equivalent is expected; prior dispatcher work and certifications may be required for higher levels.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; training may be provided for entry-level vacancies.
• Able to type accurately and understand spoken information.
• Clear radio communication; learn jurisdictional geography; background checks may apply.

Responsibilities

• Receive emergency and nonemergency requests for police assistance.
• Document incident locations, suspect descriptions, vehicle details, and hazards.
• Assign calls to available officers according to priority and procedures.
• Monitor officer status, radio traffic, and requests for assistance.
• Relay updates about changing incidents and safety concerns.
• Conduct authorized records inquiries after training.
• Coordinate with neighboring agencies and other emergency services.
• Maintain incident records and safeguard restricted information.

Skills

Typing

Radio communication

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Criminal justice information systems

Job description

Regional 911 Intake Solutions is seeking a Police Dispatcher to handle emergency and nonemergency requests for police assistance, document locations and details, and assign calls to officers based on priority. You will monitor radio traffic and coordinate with neighboring agencies to ensure timely, safe responses.

A high school diploma or equivalent is expected; prior dispatcher work and certifications may be required for higher levels.