Police Dispatcher - Critical Public Safety Communications

National Public Safety Careers; Granby (CT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

National Public Safety Careers in Granby, CT is seeking Police Dispatcher opportunities. The role involves receiving emergency and nonemergency requests, documenting details, and assigning calls to officers while monitoring radios and incidents.

You will work with dispatch equipment, learn jurisdiction geography, and may require CJIS training and security screening as part of agency requirements.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; training may be provided.
• Must type accurately and understand spoken information.
• Ability to communicate clearly by radio and learn jurisdiction geography.
• Access to criminal justice information systems may require additional screening.

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 incidents and 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

Radio dispatch

Clear communication

Geography knowledge

Education

High school diploma

Job description

National Public Safety Careers in Granby, CT is seeking Police Dispatcher opportunities. The role involves receiving emergency and nonemergency requests, documenting details, and assigning calls to officers while monitoring radios and incidents.

You will work with dispatch equipment, learn jurisdiction geography, and may require CJIS training and security screening as part of agency requirements.