Police Dispatcher: Emergency Communications Specialist

Public Safety Dispatch Network; Lockesburg (AR); On-site; USD 38,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Retirement plans

Paid leave

Education resources

Premium pay

Job summary

Public Safety Dispatch Network in Lockesburg, AR is seeking Police Dispatchers to support law enforcement operations by taking requests for assistance and maintaining reliable communication with officers.

The role may include telephone call taking, radio dispatch, and records-system duties; candidates should be able to type accurately, understand spoken information, and learn jurisdictional geography. Work may include nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime based on staffing and needs.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or recognized equivalent commonly required; entry-level vacancies may provide training.
• Candidates should be able to type accurately, understand spoken information, communicate clearly by radio, and learn jurisdictional geography.
• Access to records systems may require additional screening and 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
• Coordinate with neighboring agencies and other emergency services
• Maintain clear incident records and safeguard restricted information

Skills

Typing

Clear communication

Multitasking

Radio procedures

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Public Safety Dispatch Network in Lockesburg, AR is seeking Police Dispatchers to support law enforcement operations by taking requests for assistance and maintaining reliable communication with officers.

The role may include telephone call taking, radio dispatch, and records-system duties; candidates should be able to type accurately, understand spoken information, and learn jurisdictional geography. Work may include nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime based on staffing and needs.