Emergency Police Dispatcher — Real-Time Communications

Public Safety Dispatch Network; Barnesville (PA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Retirement plans

Paid leave

Employee-assistance resources

Continuing education

Premium pay

Job summary

Public Safety Dispatch Network in Barnesville, PA seeks a Police Dispatcher to receive calls, document locations, and coordinate with officers. You will manage radio communications, monitor status, and relay updates with training provided.

Strong typing, listening, and multitasking are essential. Responsibilities include documenting incidents, prioritizing calls, and maintaining secure records while working within the agency’s procedures.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or recognized equivalent commonly required.
• Entry-level vacancies may provide training.
• Experienced classifications may require prior police dispatch work and applicable certifications.

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 accurately

Understand spoken information

Communicate clearly by radio

Learn jurisdictional geography

Multitasking

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Public Safety Dispatch Network in Barnesville, PA seeks a Police Dispatcher to receive calls, document locations, and coordinate with officers. You will manage radio communications, monitor status, and relay updates with training provided.

Strong typing, listening, and multitasking are essential. Responsibilities include documenting incidents, prioritizing calls, and maintaining secure records while working within the agency’s procedures.