Emergency Communications Dispatcher

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

Job summary

Regional 911 Intake Solutions seeks qualified Police Dispatchers to support law enforcement operations from the Atlantic area. Responsibilities include receiving calls, relaying information, and coordinating with officers to ensure timely, safe responses.

Ideal candidates will hold a high school diploma, type accurately, and communicate clearly by radio. Training is provided for entry-level roles, with potential background checks and security screening as required by the employer.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent commonly required; training provided for entry-level roles.
• Type accurately, understand spoken information, and communicate clearly by radio.
• Access to criminal justice information systems may require additional screening and security training.

Responsibilities

• Receive emergency and nonemergency requests for police assistance.
• Document incident locations, suspect 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.
• Coordinate with neighboring agencies and other emergency services.
• Maintain incident records and safeguard restricted information.

Skills

Typing

Active listening

Multitasking

Radio communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Criminal justice information systems

Job description

Regional 911 Intake Solutions seeks qualified Police Dispatchers to support law enforcement operations from the Atlantic area. Responsibilities include receiving calls, relaying information, and coordinating with officers to ensure timely, safe responses.

Ideal candidates will hold a high school diploma, type accurately, and communicate clearly by radio. Training is provided for entry-level roles, with potential background checks and security screening as required by the employer.