Emergency Police Dispatcher — Rapid Response & Communications

National Public Safety Careers; Georgetown (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

National Public Safety Careers seeks a Police Dispatcher in Georgetown, Indiana. The role involves taking requests for police assistance, documenting locations and details, and coordinating with officers and other agencies to ensure timely responses.

Dispatchers may work nights, weekends, and overtime based on staffing needs; training and background checks are typical requirements for employment in this field. Strong typing and radio communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or recognized equivalent is commonly required.
• Strong typing and listening abilities are essential for dispatch work.
• Ability to understand spoken information and communicate clearly via radio.

Responsibilities

• Receive emergency and nonemergency requests for police assistance.
• Document incident locations, descriptions, and hazards.
• Assign calls to officers according to priority and procedures.
• Monitor officer status and radio traffic; relay updates as needed.
• Coordinate with neighboring agencies and other services.

Skills

Typing

Multitasking

Radio communication

Education

High school diploma

Job description

National Public Safety Careers seeks a Police Dispatcher in Georgetown, Indiana. The role involves taking requests for police assistance, documenting locations and details, and coordinating with officers and other agencies to ensure timely responses.

Dispatchers may work nights, weekends, and overtime based on staffing needs; training and background checks are typical requirements for employment in this field. Strong typing and radio communication skills are essential.