Emergency Communications Specialist - Police Dispatch

Regional 911 Intake Solutions; Orcas (WA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Retirement plans

Paid leave

Continuing education

Job summary

Regional 911 Intake Solutions seeks trained Police Dispatcher professionals to support Orcas law enforcement operations. Responsibilities include taking calls, dispatching officers, and maintaining incident records with strict attention to accuracy and safety.

The role involves processing emergency and nonemergency requests, coordinating with agencies, and operating CJIS systems under required training and security guidelines.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is commonly required; training may be provided for entry level.
• Must be able to type accurately and understand spoken information.
• Clear radio communications and jurisdictional geography knowledge are essential.
• Access to CJIS or similar systems may require additional screening.

Responsibilities

• Receive emergency and nonemergency requests for police assistance.
• Document incident locations, suspect descriptions, vehicle details, and reported hazards.
• Assign calls to available officers according to priority and agency procedures.
• Monitor officer status, radio traffic, and requests for assistance.
• Relay updates about changing incidents and potential safety concerns.
• Conduct authorized records inquiries after completing required training.
• Coordinate with neighboring agencies and other emergency services.
• Maintain clear incident records and safeguard restricted information.

Skills

Typing

Clear radio communication

Multitasking

Geography knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Records management system

Criminal justice information systems

Job description

Regional 911 Intake Solutions seeks trained Police Dispatcher professionals to support Orcas law enforcement operations. Responsibilities include taking calls, dispatching officers, and maintaining incident records with strict attention to accuracy and safety.

The role involves processing emergency and nonemergency requests, coordinating with agencies, and operating CJIS systems under required training and security guidelines.