Emergency Police Communications Dispatcher

Public Safety Dispatch Network; Stonewall (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Public Safety Dispatch Network in Stonewall, NC seeks police dispatchers to support law enforcement operations by receiving requests for assistance and maintaining reliable radio and telephone communications with officers.

Dispatchers help officers understand what is happening before they arrive, documenting locations, hazards, and updates while coordinating with neighboring agencies and other emergency services.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or recognized equivalent is commonly required.
• Typing speed and clear voice communication on radio required.
• Ability to learn jurisdiction geography and use dispatch systems.

Responsibilities

• Receive emergency and nonemergency requests for police assistance.
• Document incident locations, suspects, vehicle details and hazards.
• Assign calls to available officers according to priority and procedures.
• Monitor officer status, radio traffic and requests for assistance.
• Relay updates about changing incidents and safety concerns.
• Conduct authorized records inquiries after training and coordinate with agencies.

Skills

Typing accuracy

Radio/phone communication

Multitasking

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Public Safety Dispatch Network in Stonewall, NC seeks police dispatchers to support law enforcement operations by receiving requests for assistance and maintaining reliable radio and telephone communications with officers.

Dispatchers help officers understand what is happening before they arrive, documenting locations, hazards, and updates while coordinating with neighboring agencies and other emergency services.