Impactful Police Dispatcher - Coordinate Responders

Public Safety Dispatch Network; Plaucheville (LA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Public Safety Dispatch Network in Plaucheville is seeking Police Dispatchers to receive emergency and nonemergency requests, document incident details, and coordinate with officers and neighboring agencies. The role involves monitoring radio traffic and relaying timely updates to ensure public safety.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalent and the ability to type accurately, understand spoken information, and learn local geography.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or recognized equivalent is commonly required.
• Candidates should be able to type accurately, understand spoken information, communicate clearly by radio, and learn jurisdictional geography.
• Access to criminal justice information systems may require additional screening and security training.

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

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Public Safety Dispatch Network in Plaucheville is seeking Police Dispatchers to receive emergency and nonemergency requests, document incident details, and coordinate with officers and neighboring agencies. The role involves monitoring radio traffic and relaying timely updates to ensure public safety.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalent and the ability to type accurately, understand spoken information, and learn local geography.