24/7 Police Dispatcher: Critical Communications

National Public Safety Careers; Lebanon (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

Retirement plans

Paid leave

Employee assistance program

Continuing education

Premium pay (depends on agency)

Job summary

National Public Safety Careers is seeking Police Dispatchers for a Lebanon, VA posting. Dispatchers support law enforcement operations by receiving requests for assistance and maintaining reliable communication with officers.

Responsibilities include document management, prioritizing calls, and coordinating with agencies to ensure safety and efficient response. The position may require working nights, weekends, and holidays, with continuous dispatch operations and potential overtime based on

Qualifications

• High school diploma or recognized equivalent is commonly required.
• Entry-level vacancies may provide training.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Typing

Radio communication

Multitasking

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

National Public Safety Careers is seeking Police Dispatchers for a Lebanon, VA posting. Dispatchers support law enforcement operations by receiving requests for assistance and maintaining reliable communication with officers.

Responsibilities include document management, prioritizing calls, and coordinating with agencies to ensure safety and efficient response. The position may require working nights, weekends, and holidays, with continuous dispatch operations and potential overtime based on