Emergency Dispatch Specialist – Police Communications

Regional 911 Intake Solutions; Grenola (KS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement plan

Paid leave

Employee assistance

Job summary

Regional 911 Intake Solutions in Grenola, KS seeks police dispatchers to receive and route emergency and nonemergency requests. You will document locations, descriptions, and hazards, and coordinate with officers and neighboring agencies.

A high school diploma or equivalent is commonly required. Typing speed, clear radio communication, and knowledge of local geography are important, with screening for security access as needed.

Qualifications

• Must type accurately and understand spoken information.
• Ability to communicate clearly by radio and learn jurisdictional geography.
• Access to records systems may require additional screening and security training.

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

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Regional 911 Intake Solutions in Grenola, KS seeks police dispatchers to receive and route emergency and nonemergency requests. You will document locations, descriptions, and hazards, and coordinate with officers and neighboring agencies.

A high school diploma or equivalent is commonly required. Typing speed, clear radio communication, and knowledge of local geography are important, with screening for security access as needed.