Police Communications Dispatcher — Calm, Critical Support

Public Safety Dispatch Network; Scottsburg (OR); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision coverage

Paid leave

Job summary

Public Safety Dispatch Network in Scottsburg, Oregon seeks Police Dispatchers to receive emergency and nonemergency requests, document locations, and coordinate with officers. This role may combine call taking, radio dispatch, and records-system duties depending on the agency.

A high school diploma is commonly required; entry-level vacancies may provide training. Candidates should type accurately, understand spoken information, communicate clearly by radio, and learn jurisdictional geography.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; training may be provided for entry-level roles.
• Must type accurately and communicate clearly by radio.
• Access to criminal justice information systems may require additional screening and 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 procedures.
• Monitor officer status, radio traffic, and requests for assistance.
• Relay updates about changing incidents and safety concerns.
• Coordinate with neighboring agencies and other emergency services.
• Maintain clear incident records and safeguard restricted information.

Skills

Typing

Communication

Radio dispatch

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Criminal justice information systems

Job description

Public Safety Dispatch Network in Scottsburg, Oregon seeks Police Dispatchers to receive emergency and nonemergency requests, document locations, and coordinate with officers. This role may combine call taking, radio dispatch, and records-system duties depending on the agency.

A high school diploma is commonly required; entry-level vacancies may provide training. Candidates should type accurately, understand spoken information, communicate clearly by radio, and learn jurisdictional geography.