Emergency Communications Specialist (Police Dispatch)

Public Safety Dispatch Network; Holliday (MO); On-site; USD 38,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The Police Dispatcher role in Holliday, Missouri supports law enforcement operations by receiving requests for assistance and maintaining reliable communication with officers. Dispatchers help ensure accurate locations, incident details, and timely updates for responders.

You may document incident locations, suspect descriptions, vehicle details, and hazards; assign calls to officers; monitor radio traffic; relay changing information; and coordinate with neighboring agencies.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is commonly required; training may be provided for entry-level vacancies.
• Typing accurately and understanding spoken information are essential for dispatch.
• Clear radio communication and ability to learn jurisdictional geography are important.

Responsibilities

• Receive emergency and nonemergency requests for police assistance.
• Document incident locations, suspect descriptions, vehicle details, and hazards.
• Assign calls to officers according to priority and procedures.
• Monitor officer status, radio traffic, and requests for assistance.
• Relate updates about changing incidents and safety concerns.
• Coordinate with neighboring agencies and safeguard restricted information.

Skills

Typing accuracy

Clear radio communication

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Criminal Justice Information Systems

Job description

The Police Dispatcher role in Holliday, Missouri supports law enforcement operations by receiving requests for assistance and maintaining reliable communication with officers. Dispatchers help ensure accurate locations, incident details, and timely updates for responders.

You may document incident locations, suspect descriptions, vehicle details, and hazards; assign calls to officers; monitor radio traffic; relay changing information; and coordinate with neighboring agencies.