Emergency Communications Dispatcher

Regional 911 Intake Solutions; Elm Grove (LA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental and vision coverage

Retirement plans

Paid leave

Continuing education

Job summary

Regional 911 Intake Solutions seeks Police Dispatchers for Elm Grove, LA. Dispatchers receive emergency and nonemergency requests, document locations and details, assign calls to officers, monitor radio traffic, and relay updates to ensure officer safety.

Candidates should have a high school diploma, be able to type accurately, understand spoken information, and learn jurisdiction geography. Training is provided; duties may include night shifts, weekends, and overtime.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; training provided for entry-level applicants.
• Ability to type accurately and understand spoken information.
• Ability to learn jurisdictional geography and operate dispatch systems.

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.
• Coordinate with neighboring agencies and other emergency services.
• Maintain clear incident records and safeguard restricted information.

Skills

Typing accuracy

Clear radio communication

Multitasking

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Regional 911 Intake Solutions seeks Police Dispatchers for Elm Grove, LA. Dispatchers receive emergency and nonemergency requests, document locations and details, assign calls to officers, monitor radio traffic, and relay updates to ensure officer safety.

Candidates should have a high school diploma, be able to type accurately, understand spoken information, and learn jurisdiction geography. Training is provided; duties may include night shifts, weekends, and overtime.