Public Safety Dispatcher — Urgent Support & 24/7 Ops

Public Safety Dispatch Network; Novice (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement plans

Paid leave

Continuing education

Job summary

Public Safety Dispatch Network in Novice, TX seeks a Police Dispatcher to support law enforcement operations by taking emergency and nonemergency calls, managing radio traffic, and coordinating with officers.

A high school diploma or equivalent is commonly required; training may be provided on the job. Candidates should type accurately, understand spoken information, and learn jurisdictional geography.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or recognized equivalent is commonly required.
• Entry-level vacancies may provide training and certifications may be required for some agencies.
• Candidates should be able to type accurately and communicate clearly by radio.

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

Radio communication

Multitasking

Geography knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Public Safety Dispatch Network in Novice, TX seeks a Police Dispatcher to support law enforcement operations by taking emergency and nonemergency calls, managing radio traffic, and coordinating with officers.

A high school diploma or equivalent is commonly required; training may be provided on the job. Candidates should type accurately, understand spoken information, and learn jurisdictional geography.