Police Emergency Communications Dispatcher

National Public Safety Careers; Centerport (Berks County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Retirement plans

Paid leave

Employee assistance resources

Continuing education

Job summary

National Public Safety Careers is seeking Police Dispatchers in Centerport, PA. The role involves handling emergency and nonemergency police requests, logging locations and details, and coordinating with officers and agencies to ensure swift and safe responses.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent, strong typing and radio communication skills, and be prepared for background checks and security screenings; CJIS access may be required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or recognized equivalent.
• Typing speed and accuracy; ability to understand spoken information and communicate clearly by radio.
• CSJIS/access to criminal justice information systems may require additional screening.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

National Public Safety Careers is seeking Police Dispatchers in Centerport, PA. The role involves handling emergency and nonemergency police requests, logging locations and details, and coordinating with officers and agencies to ensure swift and safe responses.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent, strong typing and radio communication skills, and be prepared for background checks and security screenings; CJIS access may be required.