Emergency Communications Dispatcher

National Public Safety Careers; Nephi (UT); On-site; USD 38,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Retirement plans

Paid leave

Employee assistance resources

Continuing education

Job summary

National Public Safety Careers invites applicants for Police Dispatcher roles in Nephi, Utah. Dispatchers receive emergency and nonemergency requests, document locations and hazards, and assign calls to officers while monitoring radios and coordinating with neighboring agencies.

Requirements include a high school diploma and strong typing, listening, and radio communication skills. On-the-job training is available; shifts may include nights, weekends, and overtime based on staffing.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or recognized equivalent required; training provided for entry-level vacancies.
• Ability to type accurately and to understand spoken information.
• Clear radio communication and knowledge of jurisdiction geography may be required.

Responsibilities

• Receive emergency and nonemergency requests for police assistance.
• Document incident locations, descriptions, vehicle details, and hazards.
• Assign calls to officers according to priority and procedures.
• Monitor officer status, radio traffic, and requests for assistance.
• Coordinate with neighboring agencies and other emergency services.
• Maintain incident records and safeguard restricted information.

Skills

Typing accuracy

Multitasking

Clear radio communication

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Criminal justice information systems (CJIS)

Job description

National Public Safety Careers invites applicants for Police Dispatcher roles in Nephi, Utah. Dispatchers receive emergency and nonemergency requests, document locations and hazards, and assign calls to officers while monitoring radios and coordinating with neighboring agencies.

Requirements include a high school diploma and strong typing, listening, and radio communication skills. On-the-job training is available; shifts may include nights, weekends, and overtime based on staffing.