Police Dispatcher — Critical Emergency Communications

Public Safety Dispatch Network; Florham Park (NJ); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid leave

Job summary

Public Safety Dispatch Network seeks Police Dispatchers for Convent Station, NJ. Dispatchers receive emergency and nonemergency requests, document details, and coordinate with officers to ensure safety and rapid response. This role may involve shift work, including nights, weekends, and overtime, with training provided.

Strong typing, radio communication, and geography knowledge are essential. Applicants must have a high school diploma or equivalent; access to CJIS may require screening, and

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or recognized equivalent is commonly required; training may be provided for entry-level vacancies.
• Candidates should be able to type accurately, understand spoken information, and communicate clearly by radio; learn jurisdictional geography.
• Access to criminal justice information systems may require additional screening and security training.

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.

Skills

Typing accurately

Radio communication

Clear listening

Geography knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Criminal justice information systems

Job description

Public Safety Dispatch Network seeks Police Dispatchers for Convent Station, NJ. Dispatchers receive emergency and nonemergency requests, document details, and coordinate with officers to ensure safety and rapid response. This role may involve shift work, including nights, weekends, and overtime, with training provided.

Strong typing, radio communication, and geography knowledge are essential. Applicants must have a high school diploma or equivalent; access to CJIS may require screening, and