Police Dispatcher - Make a Difference

Public Safety Dispatch Network; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); Presencial; USD 38.000 - 62.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Paid leave

Continuing education

Descripción de la vacante

Public Safety Dispatch Network is seeking a police dispatch professional for a county-level agency. The position involves receiving emergency and nonemergency requests, documenting details, and coordinating with officers and neighboring agencies to ensure rapid response and safety.

Responsibilities include monitoring radio traffic, updating on evolving incidents, and maintaining accurate records. A high school diploma or equivalent is commonly required; some roles may require prior dispatch

Formación

• High school diploma or recognized equivalent is commonly required; training may be provided for entry-level vacancies.
• Experienced classifications may require prior police dispatch work and applicable certifications.

Responsabilidades

• 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

Conocimientos

Typing

Listening

Multitasking

Dispatch protocols

Educación

High School Diploma or equivalent

Descripción del empleo

Position Details

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Police dispatch services may operate continuously. Employees may work nights, weekends, holidays, rotating shifts, and overtime based on staffing and operational needs.

What You May Do

• 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

Experience and Education Requirements

A high school diploma or recognized equivalent is commonly required. Entry-level vacancies may provide training, while experienced classifications may require prior police dispatch work and applicable certifications.

General Conditions of Employment

• Meet agency-specific age and employment eligibility requirements
• Successfully complete the required background investigation
• Pass applicable typing, listening, multitasking, or dispatch aptitude assessments
• Complete additional screening when required by the employer
• Maintain required dispatch and records-access qualifications
• Comply with confidentiality, security, and professional-conduct standards

Work Environment and Physical Requirements

Police Dispatchers generally work at communications consoles using headsets, radios, keyboards, and multiple displays. The role requires sustained concentration and may involve calls concerning violence, threats, or traumatic events. Consult the vacancy for essential functions and accommodation information.

Benefits

• medical, dental, and vision coverage
• retirement plans
• paid leave
• employee-assistance resources
• and continuing education
• Premium pay and other provisions vary by agency and employment agreement.