Police Dispatch & Communications Specialist

Public Safety Dispatch Network; Glenside (PA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental and vision coverage

Retirement plan

Paid leave

Continuing education

Job summary

Public Safety Dispatch Network in Glenside, PA seeks Police Dispatcher professionals to support law enforcement operations. You will handle calls, relay critical information, and coordinate with officers using radio and records systems.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma, strong typing and listening skills, and the ability to multitask under pressure. Roles may involve night and weekend shifts, with training provided where needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; training may be provided.
• Ability to type accurately and understand spoken information.
• Clear radio communication and jurisdictional geography knowledge.
• Pass background checks and dispatch aptitude assessments.

Responsibilities

• Receive emergency and nonemergency requests for police assistance.
• Document incident locations, descriptions, vehicle details, and hazards.
• Assign calls to officers based on priority and procedures.
• Monitor officer status, radio traffic, and requests for assistance.
• Relay updates about incidents and safety concerns.
• Coordinate with neighboring agencies and other emergency services.
• Maintain incident records and safeguard restricted information.

Skills

Typing

Active Listening

Multitasking

Radio Communications

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Records management systems

CJIS access

Job description

Public Safety Dispatch Network in Glenside, PA seeks Police Dispatcher professionals to support law enforcement operations. You will handle calls, relay critical information, and coordinate with officers using radio and records systems.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma, strong typing and listening skills, and the ability to multitask under pressure. Roles may involve night and weekend shifts, with training provided where needed.