Emergency Communications Dispatcher

National Public Safety Careers; Essex Junction (VT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Professional development

Job summary

National Public Safety Careers is seeking Police Dispatchers for Essex Junction, Vermont. The role involves receiving emergency and nonemergency requests, maintaining radio and telephone communications, and coordinating with officers to relay critical information.

Candidates should have a high school diploma, typing proficiency, clear radio communication, and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or recognized equivalent is commonly required; training may be provided for entry-level vacancies.
• Candidates should be able to type accurately, understand spoken information, and communicate clearly by radio.
• Ability to learn jurisdictional geography and comply with security screening if required for access to 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.
• Conduct authorized records inquiries after training.
• Coordinate with neighboring agencies and other emergency services.
• Maintain clear incident records and safeguard restricted information.

Skills

Typing

Radio communication

Multitasking

Clear communication

Education

High school diploma

Job description

National Public Safety Careers is seeking Police Dispatchers for Essex Junction, Vermont. The role involves receiving emergency and nonemergency requests, maintaining radio and telephone communications, and coordinating with officers to relay critical information.

Candidates should have a high school diploma, typing proficiency, clear radio communication, and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.