Police Dispatcher — Nights & Weekends, Solid Benefits

Public Safety Dispatch Network; Rowena (TX); On-site; USD 38,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Public Safety Dispatch Network in Rowena, TX, seeks police dispatchers to handle emergency and routine requests, document details, and coordinate with officers and agencies from a communications center.

Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma, strong typing skills, radio communication ability, and geographic knowledge; training is provided for entry-level roles, with security screenings as required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent commonly required.
• Entry level vacancies may provide training; experienced roles may require prior police dispatch work and relevant certifications.
• Must be able to type accurately, understand spoken information, communicate clearly by radio, and learn jurisdictional geography.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Typing

Radio comms

Multitasking

Geography

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Public Safety Dispatch Network in Rowena, TX, seeks police dispatchers to handle emergency and routine requests, document details, and coordinate with officers and agencies from a communications center.

Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma, strong typing skills, radio communication ability, and geographic knowledge; training is provided for entry-level roles, with security screenings as required.