Emergency Police Dispatcher – Public Safety Communications

Public Safety Dispatch Network; Cushman (AR); On-site; USD 30,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Retirement plans

Paid leave

Continuing education

Job summary

Public Safety Dispatch Network in Cushman, AR is seeking Police Dispatcher opportunities. This role involves taking emergency and nonemergency calls, documenting locations and hazards, and assigning calls to officers according to priority.

Dispatchers monitor officer status and radio traffic, relay updates, and coordinate with neighboring agencies. A high school diploma is commonly required and training may be provided; strong typed communication skills and geography knowledge are essential.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or recognized equivalent is commonly required.
• Typing, listening, multitasking and dispatch aptitude assessments may be required.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Typing accuracy

Clear radio communication

Jurisdiction geography

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Public Safety Dispatch Network in Cushman, AR is seeking Police Dispatcher opportunities. This role involves taking emergency and nonemergency calls, documenting locations and hazards, and assigning calls to officers according to priority.

Dispatchers monitor officer status and radio traffic, relay updates, and coordinate with neighboring agencies. A high school diploma is commonly required and training may be provided; strong typed communication skills and geography knowledge are essential.