Emergency Communications Dispatcher

National Public Safety Careers; Valleyford (WA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Paid leave

Retirement plans

Job summary

National Public Safety Careers seeks Police Dispatcher opportunities in Valleyford, WA. Dispatchers handle emergency and nonemergency requests, document locations and vehicle details, and assign calls to officers per agency procedures.

Role may involve monitoring radios and officer status, with potential night shifts or overtime based on staffing and operational needs. A high school diploma or equivalent is typically required and strong typing and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or recognized equivalent is commonly required.
• Candidates should be able to type accurately and 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, 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.

Skills

Typing accuracy

Clear radio communication

Spoken comprehension

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

National Public Safety Careers seeks Police Dispatcher opportunities in Valleyford, WA. Dispatchers handle emergency and nonemergency requests, document locations and vehicle details, and assign calls to officers per agency procedures.

Role may involve monitoring radios and officer status, with potential night shifts or overtime based on staffing and operational needs. A high school diploma or equivalent is typically required and strong typing and communication skills are essential.