Police Dispatcher — 24/7 Emergency Communications

Public Safety Dispatch Network; Village of Sag Harbor (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Retirement plans

Paid leave

Continuing education resources

Job summary

Public Safety Dispatch Network in Sag Harbor, NY, is seeking Police Dispatcher opportunities. Dispatchers receive requests for police assistance, document locations, assign calls, and monitor radio traffic to support officers.

The role may involve night/weekend shifts and overtime depending on staffing. A high school diploma is commonly required; training may be provided. Strong typing, clear radio communication, and the ability to learn jurisdiction geography are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is commonly required.
• Strong typing and clear radio communication skills.
• Ability to learn jurisdiction geography and operate dispatch systems.

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 officer status, radio traffic, and requests for assistance.
• Coordinate with agencies and maintain incident records.

Skills

Typing accuracy

Radio communication

Multitasking

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Public Safety Dispatch Network in Sag Harbor, NY, is seeking Police Dispatcher opportunities. Dispatchers receive requests for police assistance, document locations, assign calls, and monitor radio traffic to support officers.

The role may involve night/weekend shifts and overtime depending on staffing. A high school diploma is commonly required; training may be provided. Strong typing, clear radio communication, and the ability to learn jurisdiction geography are essential.