Police Dispatch: Emergency Communications Specialist

Public Safety Dispatch Network; Bovard (PA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Retirement plans

Paid leave

Employee-assistance resources

Continuing education

Job summary

Public Safety Dispatch Network in Bovard, PA seeks a Police Dispatcher to handle emergency and nonemergency police requests, document locations and descriptions, and assign calls to officers while monitoring radio traffic. The role requires accurate typing, clear radio communication, and quick multitasking across multiple displays.

Candidates should be able to learn jurisdictional geography, access CJIS as needed, and pass security screenings.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; some vacancies provide training.
• Entry-level roles may offer on-the-job training; prior dispatch experience preferred.
• Ability to type accurately and understand spoken information; communicate clearly by radio.
• Ability to learn jurisdictional geography and work with security screening.
• Access to CJIS may require additional background checks.

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

Skills

Typing accuracy

Radio communication

Multitasking

Geography knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Criminal justice information systems

Job description

Public Safety Dispatch Network in Bovard, PA seeks a Police Dispatcher to handle emergency and nonemergency police requests, document locations and descriptions, and assign calls to officers while monitoring radio traffic. The role requires accurate typing, clear radio communication, and quick multitasking across multiple displays.

Candidates should be able to learn jurisdictional geography, access CJIS as needed, and pass security screenings.