Emergency Police Dispatcher: Rapid Response Communicator

Public Safety Dispatch Network; Odd (WV); On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Public Safety Dispatch Network in Odd, WV is seeking Police Dispatchers to support law enforcement by receiving requests for assistance and maintaining reliable communication with officers. The role may include telephone call taking, radio dispatch, and authorized records-system duties.

You will document incident locations, suspect descriptions, and vehicle details; assign calls by priority; monitor officer status and radio traffic; relay updates; and conduct authorized records inquiries after

Qualifications

• High school diploma or recognized equivalent is commonly required.
• Entry-level vacancies may provide training, while experienced classifications may require prior 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

Clear verbal communication

Multitasking

Radio communications

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Public Safety Dispatch Network in Odd, WV is seeking Police Dispatchers to support law enforcement by receiving requests for assistance and maintaining reliable communication with officers. The role may include telephone call taking, radio dispatch, and authorized records-system duties.

You will document incident locations, suspect descriptions, and vehicle details; assign calls by priority; monitor officer status and radio traffic; relay updates; and conduct authorized records inquiries after