Police Dispatch & Incident Coordination Specialist

Public Safety Dispatch Network; Pequannock Township (NJ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision coverage

Retirement plans

Paid leave

Job summary

Public Safety Dispatch Network in Pequannock, NJ, is seeking Police Dispatchers to support law enforcement operations by receiving requests for assistance and maintaining reliable communication with officers. Dispatchers may perform telephone call taking, radio dispatch, and authorized records-system duties.

Employees help officers understand what is happening before they arrive, documenting locations, safety information, and timely updates.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or recognized equivalent is commonly required.
• Typing accuracy and clear listening abilities are essential for radio communication.
• Ability to understand spoken information and communicate clearly by radio; security screening may apply.

Responsibilities

• Receive emergency and nonemergency requests for police assistance.
• Document incident locations, 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.
• Coordinate with neighboring agencies and other emergency services.

Skills

Typing

Listening

Multitasking

Radio communications

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Public Safety Dispatch Network in Pequannock, NJ, is seeking Police Dispatchers to support law enforcement operations by receiving requests for assistance and maintaining reliable communication with officers. Dispatchers may perform telephone call taking, radio dispatch, and authorized records-system duties.

Employees help officers understand what is happening before they arrive, documenting locations, safety information, and timely updates.