Impactful Emergency Communications Dispatcher

Public Safety Dispatch Network; Hattieville (AR); On-site; USD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Job summary

Public Safety Dispatch Network in Arkansas is seeking qualified individuals for Public Safety Dispatcher / Telecommunicator roles in Hattieville. You will process emergency and nonemergency requests, verify locations, classify priorities, and operate CAD, telephone, mapping and radio systems to coordinate responders.

The position requires high school diploma or equivalent, strong typing, active listening, clear communication, and the ability to multitask in high-pressure environments with

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is commonly required.
• Entry-level and experienced classifications may have different qualifications, training expectations, and compensation.
• Applicants should demonstrate accurate typing, active listening, clear communication, and the ability to switch between tasks.

Responsibilities

• Process emergency and nonemergency requests for public safety assistance.
• Verify incident locations and gather essential caller information.
• Classify and prioritize requests using approved procedures.
• Operate computer-aided dispatch, telephone, mapping, and radio systems.
• Coordinate response resources within assigned qualifications.
• Monitor unit status and communicate significant incident updates.
• Support interagency coordination and requests for additional assistance.
• Maintain accurate records and follow information-security requirements.

Skills

Typing accuracy

Active listening

Clear communication

Multitasking

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

CAD systems

Telephone systems

Radio systems

Mapping systems

Job description

Public Safety Dispatch Network in Arkansas is seeking qualified individuals for Public Safety Dispatcher / Telecommunicator roles in Hattieville. You will process emergency and nonemergency requests, verify locations, classify priorities, and operate CAD, telephone, mapping and radio systems to coordinate responders.

The position requires high school diploma or equivalent, strong typing, active listening, clear communication, and the ability to multitask in high-pressure environments with