Police Emergency Dispatch Specialist

Public Safety Dispatch Network; Maryneal (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision coverage

Retirement plans

Paid leave

Continuing education

Job summary

Public Safety Dispatch Network is seeking police dispatchers to support law enforcement operations in Maryneal, TX. The role involves receiving requests for assistance, documenting details, and coordinating with officers to ensure timely responses.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalent, be able to type accurately, and communicate clearly by radio. Training and screening for CJIS access may be required. Work may involve nights or rotating shifts depending on agency needs.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or recognized equivalent is commonly required.
• Typing accurately and understanding spoken information are important.
• Clear radio communication and learning jurisdictional geography are expected.
• Access to CJIS may require additional screening and training.

Responsibilities

• Receive emergency and nonemergency requests for police assistance.
• Document incident locations, descriptions, vehicle details, and hazards.
• Assign calls to officers according to priority and procedures.
• Monitor officer status, radio traffic, and requests for assistance.
• Relay updates about changing incidents and 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

Clear radio communication

Multitasking

Geography knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Criminal justice information systems

Job description

Public Safety Dispatch Network is seeking police dispatchers to support law enforcement operations in Maryneal, TX. The role involves receiving requests for assistance, documenting details, and coordinating with officers to ensure timely responses.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalent, be able to type accurately, and communicate clearly by radio. Training and screening for CJIS access may be required. Work may involve nights or rotating shifts depending on agency needs.