Police Dispatcher - 24/7 Emergency Communications

National Public Safety Careers; Paris (ME); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Paid leave

Job summary

Police Dispatcher opportunities in Paris, ME, are open for candidates who can handle fast-paced emergency and nonemergency requests. Dispatchers document incidents, relay critical information, and assign calls to officers while maintaining clear communications with field personnel.

Ideal candidates will have strong typing, radio communication, and multitasking skills, plus a high school diploma and CJIS awareness.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or recognized equivalent is commonly required.
• Typing, listening, and clear radio communication are essential.
• Ability to learn jurisdictional geography and access to CJIS may require screening.

Responsibilities

• Receive emergency and nonemergency requests for police assistance.
• Document incident locations, suspect descriptions, vehicle details, and hazards.
• Assign calls to officers according to priority and procedures.
• Monitor officer status, radio traffic, and requests for assistance.
• Relay updates about incidents and 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 accuracy

Radio communication

Multitasking

Jurisdiction knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Criminal justice information systems

Job description

Police Dispatcher opportunities in Paris, ME, are open for candidates who can handle fast-paced emergency and nonemergency requests. Dispatchers document incidents, relay critical information, and assign calls to officers while maintaining clear communications with field personnel.

Ideal candidates will have strong typing, radio communication, and multitasking skills, plus a high school diploma and CJIS awareness.