Police Dispatcher: Emergency Call Taker & Radio Operator

Public Safety Dispatch Network; Lockwood (NY); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; 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 in Lockwood, NY seeks Police Dispatcher to support law enforcement by handling calls and maintaining clear radio communications with officers. The role may include records duties and coordination with other agencies.

Candidates should type accurately, understand spoken information, and know local geography. This position offers stable year-round work with the potential for varied shifts and overtime based on need.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; training may be provided.
• Ability to type accurately, understand spoken information, and communicate clearly by radio.
• Knowledge of jurisdictional geography and basic security procedures.

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 services.
• Maintain accurate incident records and protect sensitive information.

Skills

Typing

Radio communication

Geography knowledge

Multitasking

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Public Safety Dispatch Network in Lockwood, NY seeks Police Dispatcher to support law enforcement by handling calls and maintaining clear radio communications with officers. The role may include records duties and coordination with other agencies.

Candidates should type accurately, understand spoken information, and know local geography. This position offers stable year-round work with the potential for varied shifts and overtime based on need.