Critical Police Dispatcher: Fast-Paced Emergency Ops

National Public Safety Careers; McCall Creek (MS); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

National Public Safety Careers has a police dispatcher opportunity at a MS location. Dispatchers will receive emergency and nonemergency requests, document locations and details, assign calls to officers, monitor status and relay updates. Training may be provided for some roles.

Applicants should have a high school diploma, be able to type accurately, and learn jurisdiction geography. Background checks and security screening may be required by the agency.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Ability to type accurately and listen clearly.
• Ability to learn jurisdiction geography and operate dispatch procedures.

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 training.
• Coordinate with neighboring agencies and other emergency services.
• Maintain accurate incident records and safeguard restricted information.

Skills

Typing

Multitasking

Radio/Communication

Clear speaking

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

National Public Safety Careers has a police dispatcher opportunity at a MS location. Dispatchers will receive emergency and nonemergency requests, document locations and details, assign calls to officers, monitor status and relay updates. Training may be provided for some roles.

Applicants should have a high school diploma, be able to type accurately, and learn jurisdiction geography. Background checks and security screening may be required by the agency.