Police Dispatcher: Critical Communications & Support

Public Safety Dispatch Network; Rossville (GA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Public Safety Dispatch Network in Rossville, GA seeks Police Dispatcher opportunities. Dispatchers receive calls for assistance and coordinate with officers to ensure timely response.

Responsibilities include documenting locations, vehicle details, and hazards, assigning calls by priority, monitoring radio traffic, and relaying updates. Training and background checks are part of the process.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent commonly required; training may be provided.
• Ability to type accurately, understand spoken information, and communicate clearly by radio.
• Learn jurisdictional geography and complete required background checks.

Responsibilities

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

Multitasking

Radio communication

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Criminal justice information systems

Job description

Public Safety Dispatch Network in Rossville, GA seeks Police Dispatcher opportunities. Dispatchers receive calls for assistance and coordinate with officers to ensure timely response.

Responsibilities include documenting locations, vehicle details, and hazards, assigning calls by priority, monitoring radio traffic, and relaying updates. Training and background checks are part of the process.