Dispatcher I-Leflore County

State of Mississippi

Mississippi

On-site

USD 29,000 - 36,000

Full time

4 days ago
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Job summary

State of Mississippi seeks a Dispatcher I for Leflore County. The role centers on coordinating public safety resources, responding to emergencies, and maintaining dispatch records in a fast-paced environment.

The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent and 0–1 years of experience, with strong communication and multitasking abilities. This is a full-time assignment in Leflore County, MS, salary around $32,465.54 annually.

Qualifications

  • Listening and verbal communication skills are essential.
  • Dependability and ability to multitask are required.
  • Strong documentation and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

  • Dispatch public safety personnel/officers to incidents.
  • Respond to emergency and distress calls from the public.
  • Maintain accurate records of all dispatch activity and communications.
  • Coordinate with city, county, state, and federal public safety agencies.

Skills

Listening
Verbal comms
Dependability
Emotional control
Multitasking
Documentation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Dispatcher I-Leflore County

State of Mississippi

$32,465.54 Annually

Location

42 - LEFLORE COUNTY, MS

Full-Time

Job Number

9664-0727-20261110Le

0727 - Mississippi State Patrol

Opening Date

11/10/2026

11/17/2026 at 11:59 PM Central Time (US & Canada)

Agency Minimum Salary

$32,465.54

$32,465.54

About the Agency

At the Mississippi Department of Public Safety, we are committed to making our state a safer place for all three million residents. Our dedicated team handles essential tasks, such as issuing driver’s licenses and firearm permits, patrolling roads and highways, and combating drug trafficking. Additionally, we provide critical training and certification to law enforcement agencies and conduct thorough forensic analyses and investigations. Join us in our mission to enhance safety and security in Mississippi. For inquiries about this position, please reach out to humanresources@dps.ms.gov.

This job opportunity is in the Mississippi Highway Safety Patrol Division, TROOP D in LEFLORE COUNTY, MS. First-level technical position responsible for communicating with and dispatching public safety personnel. Incumbents respond to the emergency and distress calls; dispatch public safety personnel/officers; respond to inquiries by the public and other public safety agencies; interact with city, county, state, and federal public safety personnel; and maintain records of all dispatches.

What you'll need to be Successful
  • Listening and Verbal Communication; Dependability; Emotional Control; Multi-tasking; Documentation
Preferred Qualifications
  • Typically requires Graduation from high school or equivalent and 0-1 years of experience.
Address

210 East Capitol Street
Suite 800
Jackson, Mississippi, 39201

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