Impactful Police Dispatcher & Communications Pro

National Public Safety Careers; New Marshfield (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Retirement plans and paid leave

Job summary

National Public Safety Careers is seeking Police Dispatchers for opportunities in New Athens, Ohio. Dispatchers receive emergency and nonemergency requests, document locations and descriptions, and assign calls to officers while coordinating with agencies.

Training may be provided for entry-level applicants, with emphasis on accuracy, radio communication, and geography knowledge. Roles may involve night shifts, weekends, holidays, and overtime depending on staffing and agency requirements.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; training provided for entry-level positions.
• Ability to type accurately and understand spoken information.
• Clear radio communication and knowledge of jurisdiction geography; background checks may apply.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Typing

Active listening

Multitasking

Radio communication

Geography knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Records systems

Job description

National Public Safety Careers is seeking Police Dispatchers for opportunities in New Athens, Ohio. Dispatchers receive emergency and nonemergency requests, document locations and descriptions, and assign calls to officers while coordinating with agencies.

Training may be provided for entry-level applicants, with emphasis on accuracy, radio communication, and geography knowledge. Roles may involve night shifts, weekends, holidays, and overtime depending on staffing and agency requirements.