Emergency Communications Dispatcher

National Public Safety Careers; Malaga (WA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Retirement plans

Paid leave

Continuing education

Job summary

National Public Safety Careers is seeking Police Dispatchers for Malaga, WA. Dispatchers receive emergency and nonemergency calls, document details, and coordinate with officers to ensure timely responses.

The role emphasizes accurate location reporting, clear radio communication, and the ability to work rotating shifts. Training and background checks are typically part of the process for eligible applicants.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Ability to type accurately and understand spoken information.
• Strong communication and multitasking abilities.

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

Active listening

Multitasking

Radio dispatch

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Police dispatch software

Criminal justice information systems

Job description

National Public Safety Careers is seeking Police Dispatchers for Malaga, WA. Dispatchers receive emergency and nonemergency calls, document details, and coordinate with officers to ensure timely responses.

The role emphasizes accurate location reporting, clear radio communication, and the ability to work rotating shifts. Training and background checks are typically part of the process for eligible applicants.