Emergency Communications Dispatcher – Union, MO

National Public Safety Careers; Columbia Township (MO); On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Retirement plans

Job summary

National Public Safety Careers is seeking Police Dispatchers to support law enforcement operations by receiving requests for assistance and maintaining reliable communication with officers. Dispatchers may perform telephone call taking, radio dispatch, and records-system duties.

Responsibilities include documenting incident details, assigning calls to officers, and relaying updates. A high school diploma is commonly required, with potential training provided for entry-level vacancies.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; some vacancies provide training.
• Prior police dispatch experience and applicable certifications may be required for experienced classifications.
• Strong ability to type accurately and communicate clearly by radio.

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.

Skills

Typing

Radio comms

Active listening

Geography

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

National Public Safety Careers is seeking Police Dispatchers to support law enforcement operations by receiving requests for assistance and maintaining reliable communication with officers. Dispatchers may perform telephone call taking, radio dispatch, and records-system duties.

Responsibilities include documenting incident details, assigning calls to officers, and relaying updates. A high school diploma is commonly required, with potential training provided for entry-level vacancies.