Emergency Communications & Dispatch Specialist

National Police

Nevada, Northern (IA, KY)

Hybrid

USD 49,000 - 83,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Job summary

National Police in the United States is seeking a Communications Dispatcher to receive, evaluate, and process emergency and non-emergency calls for Law Enforcement, Fire, and EMS. You will dispatch patrol units, answer inquiries, and maintain records and logs using local and national databases.

The role requires certification in NCIC/NCJIS within 90 days, EMT dispatch certification within 6 months, Nevada POST Dispatch certification within 18 months, plus a valid Nevada driver’s license and a

Qualifications

Certification to operate NCIC, NCJIS and related computer systems within 90 days.
EMT Dispatch certification within 6 months.
Nevada POST Dispatch Certification within 18 months.
Valid Nevada driver's license.
High School diploma or GED.
Experience interacting with the public.

Responsibilities

Receives, evaluates, and processes emergency and non-emergency calls for Law Enforcement, Fire, and EMS Departments; dispatches patrol, fire, and EMS units; maintains, types, and files records and documents.
Acts with limited supervision and makes decisions without immediate supervisor consultation.
Responds to radio calls from law enforcement and emergency personnel; backup communications for other agencies.
Maintains logs, operates audio logging equipment, and manages local databases and reports.