24/7 Public Safety Dispatcher – Emergency Communications

Regional 911 Intake Solutions; Lockhart (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Retirement plans

Paid leave

Employee-assistance resources

Continuing education

Job summary

Regional 911 Intake Solutions in Lockhart, TX is seeking Police Dispatcher opportunities. Dispatchers receive emergency and nonemergency requests, document locations, suspect descriptions, vehicle details, and reported hazards, and assign calls to officers to ensure timely responses in line with agency procedures.

A high school diploma or recognized equivalent is commonly required, with training provided for entry-level vacancies.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or recognized equivalent is commonly required.
• Entry-level vacancies may provide training; experienced classifications may require prior police dispatch work and applicable certifications.
• Candidates should be able to type accurately, understand spoken information, communicate clearly by radio, and learn jurisdictional geography.

Responsibilities

• Receive emergency and nonemergency requests for police assistance
• Document incident locations, suspect descriptions, vehicle details, and reported hazards
• Assign calls to available officers according to priority and agency procedures
• Monitor officer status, radio traffic, and requests for assistance
• Relay updates about changing incidents and potential safety concerns
• Conduct authorized records inquiries after completing required training
• Coordinate with neighboring agencies and other emergency services
• Maintain clear incident records and safeguard restricted information

Skills

Typing

Radio communication

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Regional 911 Intake Solutions in Lockhart, TX is seeking Police Dispatcher opportunities. Dispatchers receive emergency and nonemergency requests, document locations, suspect descriptions, vehicle details, and reported hazards, and assign calls to officers to ensure timely responses in line with agency procedures.

A high school diploma or recognized equivalent is commonly required, with training provided for entry-level vacancies.