Police Dispatcher — Fast-Paced Emergency Communications

Public Safety Dispatch Network; Bonaparte (IA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Retirement plans

Paid leave

Job summary

Public Safety Dispatch Network in Bonaparte, IA seeks a Police Dispatcher to receive emergency and nonemergency police requests and manage critical radio communications. You will document locations, descriptions, and hazards, then assign calls to officers while monitoring status and coordinating with nearby agencies.

Requires a high school diploma, accurate typing, clear spoken communication, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment with strict confidentiality and security training

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or recognized equivalent is commonly required.
• Ability to type accurately and understand spoken information.
• Clear radio communication and efficient multitasking are essential.

Responsibilities

• Receive emergency and nonemergency requests for police assistance.
• Document incident locations, descriptions, vehicle details, and hazards.
• Assign calls to officers according to priority and procedures.
• Monitor officer status, radio traffic, and requests for assistance.
• Coordinate with neighboring agencies and other emergency services.
• Maintain accurate incident records and safeguard restricted information.

Skills

Typing

Radio dispatch

Multitasking

Clear communication

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Records management systems

Job description

Public Safety Dispatch Network in Bonaparte, IA seeks a Police Dispatcher to receive emergency and nonemergency police requests and manage critical radio communications. You will document locations, descriptions, and hazards, then assign calls to officers while monitoring status and coordinating with nearby agencies.

Requires a high school diploma, accurate typing, clear spoken communication, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment with strict confidentiality and security training