Police Dispatcher — 24/7 Emergency Communications

Public Safety Dispatch Network; Beltsville (MD); On-site; USD 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Retirement plans

Paid leave

Continuing education

Job summary

Public Safety Dispatch Network is recruiting Police Dispatchers for Beltsville, MD. Dispatchers receive emergency and nonemergency requests, document locations and hazards, and coordinate with officers to ensure timely responses.

Training may be provided for entry-level candidates, with potential for night and weekend schedules. Ideal candidates type accurately, understand spoken information, and learn jurisdictional geography, with access to sensitive systems requiring screening and security

Qualifications

• High school diploma or recognized equivalent is commonly required.
• Accurate typing and clear radio communication are essential.
• Ability to learn jurisdictional geography and pass background checks.

Responsibilities

• Receive emergency and nonemergency requests for police assistance.
• Document incident locations, descriptions, and hazards.
• Assign calls to officers according to priority and procedures.
• Monitor radio traffic and officer status; relay updates as needed.
• Coordinate with neighboring agencies and other emergency services.
• Maintain incident records and safeguard restricted information.
• Complete authorized records inquiries after training.

Skills

Typing

Radio communication

Multitasking

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Public Safety Dispatch Network is recruiting Police Dispatchers for Beltsville, MD. Dispatchers receive emergency and nonemergency requests, document locations and hazards, and coordinate with officers to ensure timely responses.

Training may be provided for entry-level candidates, with potential for night and weekend schedules. Ideal candidates type accurately, understand spoken information, and learn jurisdictional geography, with access to sensitive systems requiring screening and security