Public Safety Dispatcher: Coordinate & Respond 24/7

Public Safety Dispatch Network; Salem (OR); On-site; USD 40,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Public Safety Dispatch Network in Albion seeks Police Dispatcher opportunities. Dispatchers receive requests for police assistance, document locations and details, and coordinate with officers to assign calls based on priority.

The role requires accurate typing, clear radio communication, and the ability to learn jurisdictional geography. Training, background checks, and security screenings are common parts of the process.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required or equivalent.
• Ability to type accurately and communicate clearly by radio.
• May require background checks and security screenings.

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.

Skills

Typing proficiency

Multitasking

Clear radio communication

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Criminal justice information systems

Job description

Public Safety Dispatch Network in Albion seeks Police Dispatcher opportunities. Dispatchers receive requests for police assistance, document locations and details, and coordinate with officers to assign calls based on priority.

The role requires accurate typing, clear radio communication, and the ability to learn jurisdictional geography. Training, background checks, and security screenings are common parts of the process.