Public Safety Dispatcher – Emergency Communications

National Public Safety Careers; Summitville (OH); On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Retirement plans

Paid leave

Employee assistance resources

Continuing education

Job summary

National Public Safety Careers is seeking Police Dispatchers for Summitville, OH. Dispatchers receive emergency and nonemergency requests, document details, and coordinate with officers to ensure timely responses.

Ideal candidates type accurately, communicate clearly by radio, and can multitask across calls, data-entry, and records systems. Training and agency-specific background checks apply; eligible candidates may work nights or weekends.

Qualifications

• Typing accuracy and speed are essential.
• Ability to understand spoken information and communicate clearly by radio.
• Access to criminal justice information systems may require additional screening.
• Entry-level vacancies may provide training in dispatch operations.

Responsibilities

• Receive emergency and nonemergency requests for police assistance
• Document incident locations, suspect descriptions, vehicle details, and reported hazards
• Assign calls to available officers according to priority and agency procedures
• Monitor officer status, radio traffic, and requests for assistance
• Relay updates about changing incidents and potential safety concerns
• Conduct authorized records inquiries after completing required training
• Coordinate with neighboring agencies and other emergency services
• Maintain clear incident records and safeguard restricted information

Skills

Typing proficiency

Clear communication

Multitasking

Radio etiquette

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Police Records System

Job description

National Public Safety Careers is seeking Police Dispatchers for Summitville, OH. Dispatchers receive emergency and nonemergency requests, document details, and coordinate with officers to ensure timely responses.

Ideal candidates type accurately, communicate clearly by radio, and can multitask across calls, data-entry, and records systems. Training and agency-specific background checks apply; eligible candidates may work nights or weekends.