Emergency Communications Specialist

National Public Safety Careers; Bryson City (NC); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid leave

Job summary

National Public Safety Careers is seeking Police Dispatcher candidates for Cherokee, NC. The role involves handling emergency and nonemergency police calls, documenting details, assigning calls to officers, and coordinating with agencies while maintaining clear incident records.

Applicants should have a high school diploma, strong typing and listening abilities, and the capacity to multitask under pressure. Training and security screenings may be required by the agency.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; some agencies offer training for entry level.
• Strong typing and listening skills; must communicate clearly by radio.
• Ability to multitask and learn jurisdictional geography; background checks 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 maintain incident records.

Skills

Typing accurately

Listening

Multitasking

Dispatch aptitude assessments

Education

High school diploma

Certifications in dispatch (preferred)

Tools

Criminal justice information systems

Job description

National Public Safety Careers is seeking Police Dispatcher candidates for Cherokee, NC. The role involves handling emergency and nonemergency police calls, documenting details, assigning calls to officers, and coordinating with agencies while maintaining clear incident records.

Applicants should have a high school diploma, strong typing and listening abilities, and the capacity to multitask under pressure. Training and security screenings may be required by the agency.