Public Safety Dispatcher — Emergency Communications

Public Safety Dispatch Network; Shelbyville (IN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Retirement plan

Paid leave

Job summary

Public Safety Dispatch Network in Shelbyville, IN, seeks police dispatchers to handle emergency and nonemergency requests, document locations and vehicle details, and coordinate with officers. The role requires accurate typing, clear radio communication, and the ability to learn local geography.

Dispatchers may work nights, weekends, and holidays, with overtime based on staffing needs. Training, background checks, and access to sensitive information are part of the standard process for eligible

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; some agencies offer training for entry level.
• Must be able to type accurately and understand spoken information to communicate clearly by radio.
• Candidates should learn jurisdictional geography and access to criminal justice information systems may require additional screening.

Responsibilities

• Receive emergency and nonemergency requests for police assistance.
• Document incident locations, descriptions, vehicle details, and reported 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 potential safety concerns.
• Coordinate with neighboring agencies and other emergency services.
• Maintain clear incident records and safeguard restricted information.

Skills

Typing accuracy

Clear radio communication

Geography knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Records management systems

Job description

Public Safety Dispatch Network in Shelbyville, IN, seeks police dispatchers to handle emergency and nonemergency requests, document locations and vehicle details, and coordinate with officers. The role requires accurate typing, clear radio communication, and the ability to learn local geography.

Dispatchers may work nights, weekends, and holidays, with overtime based on staffing needs. Training, background checks, and access to sensitive information are part of the standard process for eligible