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Police Communications Operator - Troop P, Shickshinny
By Commonwealth of Pennsylvania At Luzerne County, PA, United States
Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:
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Two years of experience using two-way radio, multi-line telephone, or computer aided dispatch systems; or
Two years of experience using computer systems for entering, updating, and retrieving information; or
An equivalent combination of experience and training.
Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

Are you looking for an exciting and rewarding career in public safety? Join our team as a Police Communications Dispatcher and help protect and serve your community! You'll be responsible for dispatching police, fire, and emergency medical services, as well as providing critical information to officers in the field. If you're looking for a challenging and rewarding career, this is the job for you!

Overview:

Police Communications Dispatchers are responsible for receiving emergency and non-emergency calls from the public, dispatching police officers to the scene, and providing support to police officers in the field. They must be able to quickly assess the situation and provide the necessary information to the officers. They must also be able to maintain accurate records and provide support to other departments.

Detailed Job Description:

Police Communications Dispatchers are responsible for receiving emergency and non-emergency calls from the public, dispatching police officers to the scene, and providing support to police officers in the field. They must be able to quickly assess the situation and provide the necessary information to the officers. They must also be able to maintain accurate records and provide support to other departments. They must be able to operate a variety of communication equipment, including radios, computers, and telephones. They must also be able to type quickly and accurately.

What is Police Communications Dispatcher Job Skills Required?

• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to multi-task
• Ability to remain calm in stressful situations
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Knowledge of local geography
• Knowledge of police procedures
• Knowledge of computer systems
• Ability to type quickly and accurately

What is Police Communications Dispatcher Job Qualifications?

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Previous experience in a related field is preferred
• Ability to pass a background check
• Ability to pass a drug test

What is Police Communications Dispatcher Job Knowledge?

• Knowledge of local geography
• Knowledge of police procedures
• Knowledge of computer systems
• Knowledge of communication equipment

What is Police Communications Dispatcher Job Experience?

• Previous experience in a related field is preferred

What is Police Communications Dispatcher Job Responsibilities?

• Receive emergency and non-emergency calls from the public
• Dispatch police officers to the scene
• Provide support to police officers in the field
• Maintain accurate records
• Provide support to other departments
• Operate a variety of communication equipment
• Type quickly and accurately