Police Dispatcher 24/7 Operations & Communications

Public Safety Dispatch Network; South Gibson (PA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Retirement plans

Paid leave

Job summary

Public Safety Dispatch Network in Gibson, PA is seeking Police Dispatchers to support law enforcement operations by taking emergency and nonemergency calls and coordinating with officers.

You will document incident details, assign calls, monitor radio traffic, and relay updates while maintaining confidential records and learning jurisdictional geography.

A high school diploma is commonly required; training is provided, and advancement depends on skills, certifications, and agency needs.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent commonly required.
• Entry-level vacancies may provide training; experienced classifications may require prior police dispatch work.

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.
• 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 accuracy

Radio communication

Active listening

Multitasking

Geographic knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Criminal justice information systems

Job description

Public Safety Dispatch Network in Gibson, PA is seeking Police Dispatchers to support law enforcement operations by taking emergency and nonemergency calls and coordinating with officers.

You will document incident details, assign calls, monitor radio traffic, and relay updates while maintaining confidential records and learning jurisdictional geography.

A high school diploma is commonly required; training is provided, and advancement depends on skills, certifications, and agency needs.