Police Dispatcher - 24/7 Emergency Communications

National Public Safety Careers; Cheshire Township (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Retirement plans

Paid leave

Continuing education

Job summary

National Public Safety Careers seeks a Police Dispatcher to support law enforcement operations in Cheshire, OH. The role involves receiving both emergency and nonemergency requests, accurate documentation, and coordination with officers using radios and records systems.

The position requires a high school diploma and the ability to type accurately, understand spoken information, and learn local geography. Training and background checks are typical for entry and advancement.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or recognized equivalent is commonly required and may be accompanied by agency training.
• Candidates should be able to type accurately, understand spoken information, communicate clearly by radio, and learn jurisdictional geography.

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

Radio dispatch

Multitasking

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

CJIS Systems

Job description

National Public Safety Careers seeks a Police Dispatcher to support law enforcement operations in Cheshire, OH. The role involves receiving both emergency and nonemergency requests, accurate documentation, and coordination with officers using radios and records systems.

The position requires a high school diploma and the ability to type accurately, understand spoken information, and learn local geography. Training and background checks are typical for entry and advancement.