Emergency Communications Dispatcher

National Public Safety Careers; Cove (AR); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Retirement plans

Paid leave

Job summary

National Public Safety Careers is seeking Police Dispatchers to support Cove, AR, by receiving requests for assistance and maintaining reliable communication with officers. This role may include telephone call taking, radio dispatch, and records-system duties.

Dispatchers help officers understand situations, document locations and hazards, and coordinate with neighboring agencies. A high school diploma and strong typing, listening, and multitasking skills are expected.

Qualifications

• Typing accuracy and clear radio communication are essential.
• Ability to multitask while monitoring multiple displays and radio traffic.
• Strong listening skills and accurate information gathering required.
• Knowledge of local geography is helpful for dispatch routing.

Responsibilities

• Receive emergency and nonemergency requests for police assistance.
• Document incident locations, descriptions, vehicle details, and hazards.
• Assign calls to officers based on priority and procedures.
• Monitor officer status, radio traffic, and requests for assistance.
• Relay updates about changing incidents and potential safety concerns.
• Coordinate with neighboring agencies and other emergency services.

Skills

Typing accuracy

Radio communication

Multitasking

Listening skills

Geography knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

National Public Safety Careers is seeking Police Dispatchers to support Cove, AR, by receiving requests for assistance and maintaining reliable communication with officers. This role may include telephone call taking, radio dispatch, and records-system duties.

Dispatchers help officers understand situations, document locations and hazards, and coordinate with neighboring agencies. A high school diploma and strong typing, listening, and multitasking skills are expected.