Emergency Police Dispatcher — Real-Time Response

Public Safety Dispatch Network; Cusseta (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Retirement plans

Paid leave

Employee assistance

Job summary

Public Safety Dispatch Network in Cusseta, GA seeks police dispatchers to support law enforcement operations by handling emergency and nonemergency calls and maintaining reliable radio communications with officers.

Duties include documenting locations, vehicle details, and hazards, assigning calls, and coordinating with nearby agencies. A high school diploma is commonly required; on-the-job training is provided for entry-level, with potential certifications for advanced roles.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or recognized equivalent is commonly required.
• Entry-level vacancies may provide training while experienced roles may require prior dispatch work and certifications.

Responsibilities

• Receive emergency and nonemergency requests for police assistance
• Document incident locations, descriptions, vehicle details, and hazards
• Assign calls to officers according to priority and procedures
• Monitor officer status, radio traffic, and requests for assistance
• Relay updates about changing incidents and potential safety concerns
• Coordinate with neighboring agencies and other services
• Maintain incident records and safeguard restricted information

Skills

Typing

Clear communication

Multitasking

Radio communication

Geography knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

CJIS systems

Job description

Public Safety Dispatch Network in Cusseta, GA seeks police dispatchers to support law enforcement operations by handling emergency and nonemergency calls and maintaining reliable radio communications with officers.

Duties include documenting locations, vehicle details, and hazards, assigning calls, and coordinating with nearby agencies. A high school diploma is commonly required; on-the-job training is provided for entry-level, with potential certifications for advanced roles.