Police Dispatcher — Critical Communications & Support

Public Safety Dispatch Network; Town of Allegany (NY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Retirement plans

Paid leave

Education resources

Job summary

Public Safety Dispatch Network is seeking Police Dispatchers for Saint Bonaventure, NY. Dispatchers receive emergency and nonemergency requests for police assistance, document locations and hazards, and assign calls to officers according to priority and procedures.

They monitor officer status and radio traffic, relay updates, and conduct authorized records inquiries after training. A high school diploma is commonly required, with potential training for entry level and optional certifications for

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; training may be provided for entry level.
• Prior dispatch experience and certifications may be required for advanced levels.
• Typing, listening, and radio communications must be precise; jurisdiction geography knowledge is helpful.

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 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

Listening

Multitasking

Radio dispatch

Clear communication

Geography knowledge

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Criminal justice information systems

Job description

Public Safety Dispatch Network is seeking Police Dispatchers for Saint Bonaventure, NY. Dispatchers receive emergency and nonemergency requests for police assistance, document locations and hazards, and assign calls to officers according to priority and procedures.

They monitor officer status and radio traffic, relay updates, and conduct authorized records inquiries after training. A high school diploma is commonly required, with potential training for entry level and optional certifications for