Emergency Communications Specialist

National Public Safety Careers; Lowry (VA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Retirement plans

Paid leave

Employee assistance

Job summary

National Public Safety Careers is seeking Police Dispatchers in Lowry, VA to handle calls, coordinate with officers, and maintain critical incident records. The role may involve nights, weekends, and overtime based on agency needs.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalent and strong typing, listening, and radio communication skills. Training may be provided for entry-level candidates with opportunities across allied agencies.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or recognized equivalent required.
• Typing speed and accuracy are important.
• Clear radio communication and listening skills are essential.
• Basic geography knowledge helps in situational awareness.

Responsibilities

• Receive emergency and nonemergency requests for police assistance.
• Document incident locations, descriptions, 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.
• Coordinate with neighboring agencies and other services as needed.
• Maintain accurate incident records and protect sensitive information.

Skills

Typing

Active listening

Radio communication

Geography knowledge

Education

High school diploma

Job description

National Public Safety Careers is seeking Police Dispatchers in Lowry, VA to handle calls, coordinate with officers, and maintain critical incident records. The role may involve nights, weekends, and overtime based on agency needs.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalent and strong typing, listening, and radio communication skills. Training may be provided for entry-level candidates with opportunities across allied agencies.