Emergency Police Dispatcher – 24/7 Communications

National Public Safety Careers; Gainesville (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

National Public Safety Careers in Gainesville, TX seeks Police Dispatcher opportunities. Dispatchers receive requests for assistance, document locations and details, and coordinate with officers to ensure safety.

Candidates should type accurately, communicate clearly by radio, and learn jurisdiction geography. Access to criminal justice information systems may be required. Night/ weekend shifts and overtime may apply depending on staffing.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or recognized equivalent.
• Able to type accurately while listening and responding.
• Communicate clearly by radio and with officers.
• Learn jurisdictional geography; access to criminal justice information systems may be required.

Responsibilities

• Receive emergency and nonemergency requests for police assistance.
• Document incident locations, vehicle details, suspect descriptions 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.

Skills

Typing

Radio communication

Clear spoken/briefing

Jurisdiction geography

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

National Public Safety Careers in Gainesville, TX seeks Police Dispatcher opportunities. Dispatchers receive requests for assistance, document locations and details, and coordinate with officers to ensure safety.

Candidates should type accurately, communicate clearly by radio, and learn jurisdiction geography. Access to criminal justice information systems may be required. Night/ weekend shifts and overtime may apply depending on staffing.