Police Dispatcher: Fast-Paced Emergency Communications

Public Safety Dispatch Network; Guthrie (OK); On-site; USD 38,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Public Safety Dispatch Network seeks qualified police dispatchers to support Guthrie police operations. This role handles emergency and nonemergency requests, documents incident details, and assigns calls to officers while monitoring radio traffic and safety updates.

Applicants should type accurately, communicate clearly by radio, and quickly learn jurisdictional geography. Training and background checks are standard components of the hire process.

Qualifications

• Requires a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Must be able to type accurately and communicate clearly by radio.
• Ability to learn jurisdictional geography and operate dispatch systems.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Typing

Clear communication

Radio literacy

Geography knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

CJIS / criminal justice information systems

Job description

Public Safety Dispatch Network seeks qualified police dispatchers to support Guthrie police operations. This role handles emergency and nonemergency requests, documents incident details, and assigns calls to officers while monitoring radio traffic and safety updates.

Applicants should type accurately, communicate clearly by radio, and quickly learn jurisdictional geography. Training and background checks are standard components of the hire process.