Emergency Police Dispatcher - Public Safety Communicator

Public Safety Dispatch Network; Umatilla (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Retirement plans

Continuing education

Job summary

Public Safety Dispatch Network in Altoona seeks experienced Police Dispatchers to manage emergency and nonemergency police communications. You will document locations, suspect details, vehicle information, and hazards, then assign calls to officers based on priority and procedures.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma, strong typing, clear radio communication, and the ability to learn jurisdictional geography. Training and advancement opportunities may be available within the agency.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or recognized equivalent is commonly required.
• Entry-level vacancies may provide training, while experienced classifications may require prior police dispatch work and applicable certifications.
• Candidates should be able to type accurately, understand spoken information, communicate clearly by radio, and learn jurisdictional geography.

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

Spoken language comprehension

Geography knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Criminal justice information systems

Job description

Public Safety Dispatch Network in Altoona seeks experienced Police Dispatchers to manage emergency and nonemergency police communications. You will document locations, suspect details, vehicle information, and hazards, then assign calls to officers based on priority and procedures.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma, strong typing, clear radio communication, and the ability to learn jurisdictional geography. Training and advancement opportunities may be available within the agency.