Police Dispatcher – Critical Communications & Rapid Response

Public Safety Dispatch Network; Warren (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Retirement plans

Paid leave

Employee‑assistance resources

Continuing education

Job summary

Public Safety Dispatch Network is seeking a Police Dispatcher in Masury, OH. The role involves receiving emergency and nonemergency requests, documenting locations and suspects, and coordinating with officers to ensure timely response.

You will monitor radio traffic, relay safety updates, and handle records inquiries after training. Candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent and be able to type accurately, understand spoken information, and learn jurisdictional geography.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; entry-level training may be provided.
• Ability to type accurately and understand spoken information; communicate clearly by radio.
• Access to criminal justice information systems may require screening and security training.

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 changing incidents and safety concerns.
• Conduct authorized records inquiries after training.
• Coordinate with neighboring agencies and other emergency services.
• Maintain clear incident records and protect restricted information.

Skills

Typing speed

Radio communication

Multitasking

Jurisdiction geography

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Records systems

Radio consoles

Job description

Public Safety Dispatch Network is seeking a Police Dispatcher in Masury, OH. The role involves receiving emergency and nonemergency requests, documenting locations and suspects, and coordinating with officers to ensure timely response.

You will monitor radio traffic, relay safety updates, and handle records inquiries after training. Candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent and be able to type accurately, understand spoken information, and learn jurisdictional geography.