Emergency Police Dispatcher: Keep Communities Safe

Public Safety Dispatch Network; Damascus Township (PA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Public Safety Dispatch Network is seeking Police Dispatchers in Damascus, PA. The role involves receiving emergency and nonemergency requests, documenting locations and details, and assigning calls to officers to ensure timely responses.

Candidates should type accurately, understand spoken information, and communicate clearly by radio. Some agencies may require additional screening and security training to access criminal justice information systems.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; some agencies provide training.
• Ability to type accurately and to learn jurisdictional geography.
• Ability to communicate clearly by radio and understand spoken information.
• Access to criminal justice information systems may require additional screening and security training.

Responsibilities

• Receive emergency and nonemergency requests for police assistance.
• Document incident locations, suspect descriptions, 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 changing incidents and potential safety concerns.
• Coordinate with neighboring agencies and other emergency services.
• Maintain incident records and safeguard restricted information.

Skills

Typing

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Public Safety Dispatch Network is seeking Police Dispatchers in Damascus, PA. The role involves receiving emergency and nonemergency requests, documenting locations and details, and assigning calls to officers to ensure timely responses.

Candidates should type accurately, understand spoken information, and communicate clearly by radio. Some agencies may require additional screening and security training to access criminal justice information systems.