Emergency Communications Dispatcher

National Public Safety Careers; Footville (WI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Retirement plans

Paid leave

Employee-assistance resources

Continuing education

Job summary

National Public Safety Careers is recruiting Police Dispatchers to support law enforcement operations in Footville, WI. Responsibilities include receiving emergency and nonemergency calls, documenting locations and descriptions, and coordinating with officers and neighboring agencies.

The role may require various shifts, including nights and weekends, with ongoing training and potential security clearances. Strong typing and multitasking are essential for success.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; entry training provided.
• Ability to type accurately and listen well; communicate clearly by radio.
• Knowledge of jurisdiction geography and ability to learn agency procedures.
• Must be able to pass typing, listening, multitasking, and dispatch aptitude assessments.

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

Typing accurately

Multitasking

Listening

Dispatch aptitude

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Criminal justice information systems

Job description

National Public Safety Careers is recruiting Police Dispatchers to support law enforcement operations in Footville, WI. Responsibilities include receiving emergency and nonemergency calls, documenting locations and descriptions, and coordinating with officers and neighboring agencies.

The role may require various shifts, including nights and weekends, with ongoing training and potential security clearances. Strong typing and multitasking are essential for success.