Emergency Communications Specialist (Police)

National Public Safety Careers; Kearney (NE); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

National Public Safety Careers is seeking Police Dispatchers for vacancies in Kearney, Nebraska. Dispatchers receive requests for assistance, input incident data, and coordinate with officers to ensure timely responses.

Typical duties include documenting locations and hazards, assigning calls by priority, and monitoring radio traffic. Candidates should be prepared for shift work, including nights and weekends, and to complete applicable training and background checks.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to type accurately and listen clearly on radio.
• Ability to learn jurisdiction geography and operate records systems.

Responsibilities

• Receive emergency and nonemergency police requests.
• Document locations, descriptions, hazards, and vehicle details.
• Assign calls to officers per priority and procedures.
• Monitor officer status, radio traffic, and requests.
• Coordinate with neighboring agencies and emergency services.
• Maintain incident records and safeguard restricted information.

Skills

Typing

Multitasking

Radio communication

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma

Job description

National Public Safety Careers is seeking Police Dispatchers for vacancies in Kearney, Nebraska. Dispatchers receive requests for assistance, input incident data, and coordinate with officers to ensure timely responses.

Typical duties include documenting locations and hazards, assigning calls by priority, and monitoring radio traffic. Candidates should be prepared for shift work, including nights and weekends, and to complete applicable training and background checks.