Police Dispatcher: Fast-Paced, Life-Saving Communications

Public Safety Dispatch Network; Kentucky; On-site; USD 35,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Retirement plans

Paid leave and training opportunities

Education resources

Job summary

Public Safety Dispatch Network seeks Police Dispatcher personnel to support law enforcement operations from a Washington, KY location. Duties include taking calls, coordinating with officers, and maintaining accurate incident records.

Training is provided for entry-level candidates, with possible certification requirements for advanced roles. Applicants should have strong typing, listening, radio communication, and geographic literacy, with access to CJIS possibly required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or recognized equivalent is commonly required.
• Must type accurately, understand spoken information, and communicate clearly by radio.
• Access to CJIS may require additional screening and security training.

Responsibilities

• Receive emergency and nonemergency requests for dispatch.
• Document incident locations, descriptions, vehicles, and hazards.
• Assign calls to officers based on priority and procedures.
• Monitor officer status, radio traffic, and requests for assistance.
• Coordinate with neighboring agencies and emergency services.

Skills

Typing speed

Radio communication

Multitasking

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Criminal justice information systems

Job description

Public Safety Dispatch Network seeks Police Dispatcher personnel to support law enforcement operations from a Washington, KY location. Duties include taking calls, coordinating with officers, and maintaining accurate incident records.

Training is provided for entry-level candidates, with possible certification requirements for advanced roles. Applicants should have strong typing, listening, radio communication, and geographic literacy, with access to CJIS possibly required.