Police Dispatcher — Emergency Communications Specialist

Public Safety Dispatch Network; Iowa; Presencial; USD 42.000 - 64.000; Tempo integral

Resumo da vaga

Public Safety Dispatch Network in Floyd, IA, seeks a Police Dispatcher to receive emergency and nonemergency calls, document locations, and coordinate with officers. The role involves monitoring radio traffic, relaying updates, and maintaining incident records.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma and strong typing, listening, and communication skills, with the ability to work in a fast-paced, high-stress environment and learn jurisdiction geography.

Qualificações

• A high school diploma or recognized equivalent is commonly required.
• Typing, listening, and multitasking are essential skills for dispatch work and radio communications.

Responsabilidades

• Receive emergency and nonemergency requests for police assistance
• Document incident locations, descriptions, vehicle details, and hazards
• Assign calls to available 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 required training
• Coordinate with neighboring agencies and other emergency services
• Maintain clear incident records and safeguard restricted information

Conhecimentos

Typing accuracy

Multitasking

Active listening

Radio communication

Formação

High school diploma

Descrição da vaga

Public Safety Dispatch Network in Floyd, IA, seeks a Police Dispatcher to receive emergency and nonemergency calls, document locations, and coordinate with officers. The role involves monitoring radio traffic, relaying updates, and maintaining incident records.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma and strong typing, listening, and communication skills, with the ability to work in a fast-paced, high-stress environment and learn jurisdiction geography.