Emergency Police Dispatcher — 24/7 Communications

National Public Safety Careers; Glenville (WV); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision coverage

Retirement plans

Paid leave

Job summary

National Public Safety Careers seeks qualified Police Dispatchers for Sand Fork, WV. Dispatchers receive calls, document details, and coordinate with officers to ensure timely responses and safety. Duties include radio communication, incident logging, and interagency coordination.

The role requires accurate typing, clear radio communication, and the ability to learn local geography. Training and background checks are typical for entry, with potential shift work including nights and weekends.

Qualifications

• Type accurately and quickly.
• Understand spoken information and relay clear instructions.
• Communicate clearly by radio.
• Learn jurisdictional geography and local areas.

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 procedures.
• Monitor officer status, radio traffic, and requests for assistance.
• Relay updates about changing incidents and safety concerns.
• Conduct authorized records inquiries after training.
• Coordinate with neighboring agencies and other emergency services.
• Maintain incident records and safeguard restricted information.

Skills

Typing

Radio communication

Multitasking

Geography knowledge

Clear communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

National Public Safety Careers seeks qualified Police Dispatchers for Sand Fork, WV. Dispatchers receive calls, document details, and coordinate with officers to ensure timely responses and safety. Duties include radio communication, incident logging, and interagency coordination.

The role requires accurate typing, clear radio communication, and the ability to learn local geography. Training and background checks are typical for entry, with potential shift work including nights and weekends.