Emergency Communications Dispatcher

National Public Safety Careers; Corridor North (MD); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid leave

Continuing education opportunities

Job summary

National Public Safety Careers is seeking Police Dispatchers for opportunities in Annapolis Junction, MD. Dispatchers receive emergency and nonemergency requests, document locations and vehicle details, assign calls to officers, and monitor radio traffic and officer status.

A high school diploma or equivalent is commonly required; candidates should type accurately, understand spoken information, communicate clearly by radio, and learn jurisdiction geography.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Ability to type accurately and quickly.
• Clear verbal communication over radio.
• Ability to learn jurisdiction geography and operate CJIS systems if required.

Responsibilities

• Receive emergency and nonemergency requests for police assistance.
• Document incident locations, vehicle details, and hazards.
• Assign calls to officers according to priority and procedures.
• Monitor officer status, radio traffic, and requests for assistance.
• Relay updates on changing incidents and safety concerns.
• Coordinate with neighboring agencies when needed.
• Maintain incident records and safeguard restricted information.

Skills

Typing speed

Active listening

Clear radio communication

Geography knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

National Public Safety Careers is seeking Police Dispatchers for opportunities in Annapolis Junction, MD. Dispatchers receive emergency and nonemergency requests, document locations and vehicle details, assign calls to officers, and monitor radio traffic and officer status.

A high school diploma or equivalent is commonly required; candidates should type accurately, understand spoken information, communicate clearly by radio, and learn jurisdiction geography.