Emergency Communications Dispatcher

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid leave and education support

Job summary

National Public Safety Careers is seeking qualified police dispatchers for a Tarpley, TX assignment. The role involves taking emergency and nonemergency requests, documenting locations and vehicle details, and coordinating with officers and neighboring agencies to ensure public safety.

Dispatchers must type accurately, understand spoken information, and communicate clearly by radio. Training may be provided; access to criminal justice information systems may require background screening and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; some postings provide on‑the‑job training.
• Must be able to type accurately and communicate clearly by radio.
• Access to criminal justice information systems may require screening or security training.

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

Clear communication

Radio/voice communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Criminal justice information systems

Job description

National Public Safety Careers is seeking qualified police dispatchers for a Tarpley, TX assignment. The role involves taking emergency and nonemergency requests, documenting locations and vehicle details, and coordinating with officers and neighboring agencies to ensure public safety.

Dispatchers must type accurately, understand spoken information, and communicate clearly by radio. Training may be provided; access to criminal justice information systems may require background screening and