Police Dispatcher - Emergency Communications Operator

Regional 911 Intake Solutions; Branchburg Township (NJ); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Retirement plans

Paid leave

Continuing education

Job summary

Regional 911 Intake Solutions in Branchburg, NJ is seeking Police Dispatcher opportunities. Dispatchers receive requests for assistance and maintain reliable communication with officers, performing call taking, radio dispatch, and records-system duties as required.

The role emphasizes accurate location descriptions, timely updates, and coordination with neighboring agencies. You may work nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime depending on staffing.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or recognized equivalent is commonly required; training may be provided for entry-level roles.
• Ability to type accurately and understand spoken information.
• Clear radio communication and learning jurisdictional geography are essential.

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.

Skills

Typing

Radio communication

Spoken language comprehension

Geography knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

CJIS access

Job description

Regional 911 Intake Solutions in Branchburg, NJ is seeking Police Dispatcher opportunities. Dispatchers receive requests for assistance and maintain reliable communication with officers, performing call taking, radio dispatch, and records-system duties as required.

The role emphasizes accurate location descriptions, timely updates, and coordination with neighboring agencies. You may work nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime depending on staffing.