Public Safety Dispatcher: Rapid, Clear Communications

Regional 911 Intake Solutions; Leechburg (Armstrong County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Retirement plans

Paid leave

Employee assistance resources

Continuing education

Job summary

Regional 911 Intake Solutions seeks Police Dispatcher candidates for Leechburg, PA. The role involves taking emergency and nonemergency calls, documenting incidents, and coordinating with officers and nearby agencies to ensure timely responses.

Applicants typically hold a high school diploma or equivalent and must type accurately, understand spoken information, and communicate clearly by radio. Training may be provided for entry-level hires, with potential for various shifts and overtime.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; training may be provided for entry-level vacancies.
• Ability to type accurately and understand spoken information.
• Clear radio communication and good situational awareness are essential.

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 as needed.
• Coordinate with neighboring agencies and other emergency services.

Skills

Typing proficiency

Radio communication

Multitasking

Jurisdiction geography

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Regional 911 Intake Solutions seeks Police Dispatcher candidates for Leechburg, PA. The role involves taking emergency and nonemergency calls, documenting incidents, and coordinating with officers and nearby agencies to ensure timely responses.

Applicants typically hold a high school diploma or equivalent and must type accurately, understand spoken information, and communicate clearly by radio. Training may be provided for entry-level hires, with potential for various shifts and overtime.