Police Dispatch & Communications Specialist (24/7)

Public Safety Dispatch Network; Roscoe (Washington County); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Public Safety Dispatch Network in Roscoe, PA seeks Police Dispatcher professionals to support law enforcement operations. Dispatchers receive emergency and nonemergency requests, document locations and hazards, and assign calls to officers while coordinating with agencies.

Ideal candidates type accurately, understand spoken information, communicate clearly by radio, and learn jurisdictional geography. Training may be provided; background checks and security screening are common requirements.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is commonly required.
• Ability to type accurately and communicate clearly by radio.
• Familiarity with jurisdictional geography and access to records systems may be required.

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 training
• Coordinate with neighboring agencies and other emergency services
• Maintain incident records and safeguard restricted information

Skills

Typing

Radio communication

Geography knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Public Safety Dispatch Network in Roscoe, PA seeks Police Dispatcher professionals to support law enforcement operations. Dispatchers receive emergency and nonemergency requests, document locations and hazards, and assign calls to officers while coordinating with agencies.

Ideal candidates type accurately, understand spoken information, communicate clearly by radio, and learn jurisdictional geography. Training may be provided; background checks and security screening are common requirements.