Emergency Police Dispatcher — 24/7 Communications

National Public Safety Careers; Carlisle (AR); On-site; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

National Public Safety Careers is recruiting Police Dispatchers for Carlisle, AR. The role focuses on receiving emergency and nonemergency requests, documenting incident details, and coordinating with officers to ensure timely responses.

Dispatchers may work varying shifts, with potential overtime based on staffing and needs. Candidates typically need a high school diploma, strong typing, and clear radio communication skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or recognized equivalent required.
• Entry-level vacancies may provide training.
• Higher-level classifications may require prior police dispatch experience or certifications.

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

Radio communication

Multitasking

Clear communication

Education

High school diploma

Job description

National Public Safety Careers is recruiting Police Dispatchers for Carlisle, AR. The role focuses on receiving emergency and nonemergency requests, documenting incident details, and coordinating with officers to ensure timely responses.

Dispatchers may work varying shifts, with potential overtime based on staffing and needs. Candidates typically need a high school diploma, strong typing, and clear radio communication skills.