Police Emergency Communications Dispatcher

Public Safety Dispatch Network; Ellenboro (NC); On-site; USD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Retirement plans

Paid leave

Employee-assistance resources

Continuing education

Job summary

Public Safety Dispatch Network in Ellenboro, NC, seeks a Police Dispatcher to support law enforcement operations by receiving requests and maintaining reliable communication with officers. The role may combine telephone call taking, radio dispatch, and records-system duties as needed.

Dispatchers help officers by providing accurate locations, evolving incident details, and safety information to enable timely responses.

Qualifications

• 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.

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

Skills

Typing

Clear communication

Multitasking

Geography knowledge

Radio dispatch

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Public Safety Dispatch Network in Ellenboro, NC, seeks a Police Dispatcher to support law enforcement operations by receiving requests and maintaining reliable communication with officers. The role may combine telephone call taking, radio dispatch, and records-system duties as needed.

Dispatchers help officers by providing accurate locations, evolving incident details, and safety information to enable timely responses.