Emergency Communications Dispatcher | Rotating Shifts

National Public Safety Careers; Sinton (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Retirement plans

Paid leave

Continuing education

Job summary

National Public Safety Careers is listing Police Dispatcher opportunities in Sinton, TX. The role involves taking calls, dispatching officers, and maintaining incident records in a public safety environment.

Dispatchers may work nights, weekends, holidays, or rotating shifts depending on staffing. A high school diploma or equivalent is commonly required, with training provided for entry-level vacancies and potential prior dispatch experience preferred.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or recognized equivalent is commonly required.
• Typing accuracy, clear radio communication, and ability to learn jurisdictional geography.

Responsibilities

• Receive emergency and nonemergency requests for police assistance.
• Document incident locations, suspect descriptions, vehicle details, and hazards.
• Assign calls to officers according to priority and procedures.
• Monitor officer status, radio traffic, and requests for assistance.
• Relay updates about changing incidents and safety concerns.
• Conduct authorized records inquiries after training.
• Coordinate with neighboring agencies and other emergency services.
• Maintain clear incident records and safeguard restricted information.

Job description

National Public Safety Careers is listing Police Dispatcher opportunities in Sinton, TX. The role involves taking calls, dispatching officers, and maintaining incident records in a public safety environment.

Dispatchers may work nights, weekends, holidays, or rotating shifts depending on staffing. A high school diploma or equivalent is commonly required, with training provided for entry-level vacancies and potential prior dispatch experience preferred.