Police Dispatcher — Critical 24/7 Communications Hub

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Retirement plans

Paid leave

Employee-assistance resources

Continuing education

Job summary

Public Safety Dispatch Network in Oxford, IA is seeking Police Dispatcher opportunities to support law enforcement by receiving requests for assistance and maintaining reliable communication with officers. Dispatchers may perform call taking, radio dispatch, and required records-system duties vital to incident response.

Dispatchers help officers understand evolving situations, ensuring accurate locations and timely updates.

Qualifications

• Typing accuracy and fast keypad skills.
• Clear radio communication and listening skills.
• Ability to learn jurisdictional geography and operate under pressure.

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

Call taking

Radio dispatch

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Records management systems

Job description

Public Safety Dispatch Network in Oxford, IA is seeking Police Dispatcher opportunities to support law enforcement by receiving requests for assistance and maintaining reliable communication with officers. Dispatchers may perform call taking, radio dispatch, and required records-system duties vital to incident response.

Dispatchers help officers understand evolving situations, ensuring accurate locations and timely updates.