Vital Police Dispatcher: Lead Emergency Communications

Public Safety Dispatch Network; Bethpage (NY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Paid leave

Continuing education

Job summary

Public Safety Dispatch Network in Bethpage, NY is seeking Police Dispatchers to support law enforcement operations by receiving requests for assistance and maintaining reliable communication with officers. The responsibilities may include call taking, radio dispatch, and records-system duties, with shift flexibility including nights and weekends based on staffing.

A high school diploma or GED is commonly required; candidates should type accurately, communicate clearly by radio, and be prepared

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is commonly required.
• Entry-level vacancies may provide training.
• Experience or certifications in police dispatch may be required.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Typing

Listening

Multitasking

Radio communications

Geography knowledge

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Criminal justice information systems

Job description

Public Safety Dispatch Network in Bethpage, NY is seeking Police Dispatchers to support law enforcement operations by receiving requests for assistance and maintaining reliable communication with officers. The responsibilities may include call taking, radio dispatch, and records-system duties, with shift flexibility including nights and weekends based on staffing.

A high school diploma or GED is commonly required; candidates should type accurately, communicate clearly by radio, and be prepared