Draper Police Dispatcher — Critical Safety Communicator

National Public Safety Careers; Draper (UT); On-site; USD 35,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Retirement plans

Paid leave

Employee assistance resources

Continuing education

Job summary

National Public Safety Careers seeks Police Dispatchers in Draper, Utah. The role involves taking emergency and non-emergency requests, documenting locations and details, and assigning calls to officers while monitoring status and radio traffic.

Dispatchers may work nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime based on staffing and operational needs. A high school diploma and accurate typing are required; CJIS access may require additional screening.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or recognized equivalent commonly required.
• Entry-level vacancies may provide training; experienced classifications may require prior dispatch work and certifications.
• Must type accurately, understand spoken information, and communicate clearly via radio.

Responsibilities

• Receive emergency and non-emergency requests for police assistance.
• Document incident locations, 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 potential safety concerns.
• Conduct authorized records inquiries after training.

Skills

Typing

Radio communication

Active listening

Clear communication

Multitasking

Geography knowledge

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Criminal justice information systems

Job description

National Public Safety Careers seeks Police Dispatchers in Draper, Utah. The role involves taking emergency and non-emergency requests, documenting locations and details, and assigning calls to officers while monitoring status and radio traffic.

Dispatchers may work nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime based on staffing and operational needs. A high school diploma and accurate typing are required; CJIS access may require additional screening.