Police Dispatcher & Emergency Communications Specialist

Public Safety Dispatch Network; Troy (MO); On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Public Safety Dispatch Network in Troy, Missouri is seeking qualified Police Dispatchers to support law enforcement operations by handling emergency and nonemergency requests and maintaining reliable communication with officers. The role may involve documenting incident details, coordinating with agencies, and ensuring accurate radio transmissions.

Ideal candidates should be able to type accurately, understand spoken information, and learn jurisdictional geography.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to type accurately.
• Ability to understand spoken information and communicate clearly by radio.
• 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 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

Radio communication

Listening skills

Geography knowledge

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Criminal justice information systems

Job description

Public Safety Dispatch Network in Troy, Missouri is seeking qualified Police Dispatchers to support law enforcement operations by handling emergency and nonemergency requests and maintaining reliable communication with officers. The role may involve documenting incident details, coordinating with agencies, and ensuring accurate radio transmissions.

Ideal candidates should be able to type accurately, understand spoken information, and learn jurisdictional geography.