Emergency Communications Specialist

National Public Safety Careers; Wiley (CO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision coverage

Retirement plans

Paid leave

Employee assistance resources

Continuing education

Job summary

National Public Safety Careers is seeking Police Dispatchers for Wiley, CO. Dispatchers receive emergency and nonemergency requests, document locations and details, and coordinate with officers and agencies. The role may involve nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime based on staffing needs.

Ideal candidates can type accurately, listen actively, and communicate clearly via radio. Training may be provided, with access to pertinent records systems and ongoing security screenings as required by

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; training provided for entry-level vacancies.
• Must be able to type accurately and understand spoken information.
• Ability to communicate clearly by radio and learn jurisdictional geography.
• Access to criminal justice information systems may require additional screening and security training.

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.
• Relay updates about changing incidents and potential safety concerns.
• Coordinate with neighboring agencies and other emergency services.
• Maintain incident records and safeguard restricted information.

Skills

Typing

Active listening

Radio communication

Geography knowledge

CJIS awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

CJIS system

Job description

National Public Safety Careers is seeking Police Dispatchers for Wiley, CO. Dispatchers receive emergency and nonemergency requests, document locations and details, and coordinate with officers and agencies. The role may involve nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime based on staffing needs.

Ideal candidates can type accurately, listen actively, and communicate clearly via radio. Training may be provided, with access to pertinent records systems and ongoing security screenings as required by