Public Safety Dispatcher — Emergency Communications

Public Safety Dispatch Network; Medina (OH); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision coverage

Retirement plans

Paid leave

Employee-assistance resources

Continuing education

Premium pay

Job summary

Public Safety Dispatch Network seeks police dispatchers to coordinate emergency responses from a central communications center. Dispatchers take calls, relay information to officers, and track incidents ensuring safety and rapid response.

The position involves maintaining radio and telephone communications, logging incidents, and supporting officers with up-to-date location data and safety information. Training is provided; shifts may include nights, weekends, and holidays.

Qualifications

• Typing accurately and listening carefully in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to communicate clearly by radio and phone.
• Knowledge of local geography and incident reporting basics.

Responsibilities

• Receive emergency and nonemergency requests for police assistance.
• Document incident locations, descriptions, vehicle details, and hazards.
• Assign calls to officers per priority and procedures.
• Monitor officer status, radio traffic, and requests for assistance.
• Relay updates about changing incidents and safety concerns.
• Coordinate with neighboring agencies and other responders.
• Maintain incident records and safeguard restricted information.

Skills

Typing

Active listening

Multitasking

Radio communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Emergency Communications Systems

Job description

Public Safety Dispatch Network seeks police dispatchers to coordinate emergency responses from a central communications center. Dispatchers take calls, relay information to officers, and track incidents ensuring safety and rapid response.

The position involves maintaining radio and telephone communications, logging incidents, and supporting officers with up-to-date location data and safety information. Training is provided; shifts may include nights, weekends, and holidays.