Seattle Police Dispatcher — 24/7 Emergency Communications

Public Safety Dispatch Network; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Public Safety Dispatch Network in Seattle is seeking Police Dispatchers to support law enforcement operations by taking calls, coordinating with officers, and maintaining reliable radio communications. You will document locations, incidents, and hazards while prioritizing safety and accuracy during emergencies and routine calls.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent, be able to type accurately, understand spoken information, communicate clearly by radio, and learn

Qualifications

• Typing accurately and quickly to document calls.
• Clear radio and spoken communication with officers.
• Ability to learn jurisdictional geography and procedures.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Typing

Radio communication

Listening comprehension

Geography awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Public Safety Dispatch Network in Seattle is seeking Police Dispatchers to support law enforcement operations by taking calls, coordinating with officers, and maintaining reliable radio communications. You will document locations, incidents, and hazards while prioritizing safety and accuracy during emergencies and routine calls.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent, be able to type accurately, understand spoken information, communicate clearly by radio, and learn