Public Safety Communications Dispatcher

State-of-Oklahoma; Tennessee; On-site; USD 40,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation

Sick leave

11 paid holidays

Job summary

The Oklahoma Department of Public Safety is seeking a dependable Communications Officer to support radio operations, dispatch messages, and coordinate with field personnel and agencies. The role emphasizes clear communication and accurate data handling in high-stress situations.

Responsibilities include operating teletype and computer systems, researching criminal history information, and directing information to appropriate personnel while maintaining logs and records for shift activities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Ability to operate radio and teletype equipment.
• Experience with criminal history information systems (OLETS/NLETS/NCIC) is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate radio communications equipment and dispatch messages.
• Use OLETS/NLETS/NCIC to obtain information.
• Interpret and relay information to field personnel and agencies.

Skills

Radio communications

OLETS/NLETS/NCIC

Written communication

Emergency response

Criminal history basics

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Radio equipment

Teletype

Job description

The Oklahoma Department of Public Safety is seeking a dependable Communications Officer to support radio operations, dispatch messages, and coordinate with field personnel and agencies. The role emphasizes clear communication and accurate data handling in high-stress situations.

Responsibilities include operating teletype and computer systems, researching criminal history information, and directing information to appropriate personnel while maintaining logs and records for shift activities.