Emergency Communications Dispatcher

Regional 911 Intake Solutions; Duncan (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Retirement plans

Paid leave

Continuing education

Job summary

Regional 911 Intake Solutions in Duncan, SC is seeking Police Dispatchers to support law enforcement by taking emergency and nonemergency calls, coordinating with officers, and relaying information. You will document locations and vehicle details, monitor radio traffic, and work with neighboring agencies.

A high school diploma and accurate typing are required; on-the-job training is common. The position may involve nights, weekends, and overtime depending on staffing.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or recognized equivalent required; training provided for entry-level vacancies.
• Ability to 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 available officers according to priority and agency procedures
• Monitor officer status, radio traffic, and requests for assistance
• Relay updates about changing incidents and potential safety concerns
• Conduct authorized records inquiries after completing required training
• Coordinate with neighboring agencies and other emergency services
• Maintain clear incident records and safeguard restricted information

Skills

Type accurately

Understand spoken information

Communicate by radio

Learn jurisdictional geography

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Records systems

Job description

Regional 911 Intake Solutions in Duncan, SC is seeking Police Dispatchers to support law enforcement by taking emergency and nonemergency calls, coordinating with officers, and relaying information. You will document locations and vehicle details, monitor radio traffic, and work with neighboring agencies.

A high school diploma and accurate typing are required; on-the-job training is common. The position may involve nights, weekends, and overtime depending on staffing.