24/7 Emergency Police Dispatcher

National Public Safety Careers; McRae–Helena (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Retirement plans

Paid leave

Job summary

National Public Safety Careers is seeking Police Dispatchers to handle emergency and nonemergency requests, document incidents, and coordinate with officers and neighboring agencies.

The role requires accurate typing, clear radio communication, and the ability to multitask while learning jurisdictional geography. Training is provided; background checks and confidentiality standards apply.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; some agencies provide training for entry level.
• Ability to type accurately and communicate clearly by radio.
• Ability to multitask and learn jurisdictional geography; background checks required.

Responsibilities

• Receive emergency and nonemergency requests for police assistance.
• Document incident locations, suspect descriptions, vehicle details, and reported hazards.
• Assign calls to officers according to priority and procedures.
• Monitor officer status, radio traffic, and requests for assistance.
• 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 proficiency

Radio communication

Multitasking

Geography knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Criminal justice information systems

Job description

National Public Safety Careers is seeking Police Dispatchers to handle emergency and nonemergency requests, document incidents, and coordinate with officers and neighboring agencies.

The role requires accurate typing, clear radio communication, and the ability to multitask while learning jurisdictional geography. Training is provided; background checks and confidentiality standards apply.