Police Communications Dispatcher — 24/7 Ops & Training

Public Safety Dispatch Network; Saint Charles (AR); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental & vision coverage

Retirement plans

Paid leave

Employee assistance program

Continuing education

Job summary

Public Safety Dispatch Network seeks police dispatchers to support law enforcement operations from a centralized center. You will receive emergency and nonemergency calls, document locations and details, and assign calls to officers in priority order while monitoring radio traffic and updates.

Role requires accuracy, confidentiality, and ability to work irregular hours in a fast-paced environment. Training and access to required information systems are typical parts of employment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or recognized equivalent required; training may be provided.
• Ability to type accurately, listen carefully, and communicate clearly by radio.
• Ability to learn jurisdictional geography and operate record systems.

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 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 accuracy

Active listening

Radio communication

Multitasking

Jurisdictional geography

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Criminal justice information systems

Job description

Public Safety Dispatch Network seeks police dispatchers to support law enforcement operations from a centralized center. You will receive emergency and nonemergency calls, document locations and details, and assign calls to officers in priority order while monitoring radio traffic and updates.

Role requires accuracy, confidentiality, and ability to work irregular hours in a fast-paced environment. Training and access to required information systems are typical parts of employment.