Emergency Police Dispatcher — 24/7 Communications

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

Job summary

National Public Safety Careers is seeking Police Dispatchers for Webster, TX. Dispatchers will receive emergency and nonemergency requests for police assistance, document locations, and coordinate with officers to ensure safety and efficiency.

Typical duties include monitoring radio traffic, assigning calls, and relaying updates. A high school diploma or equivalent is commonly required, with training provided for entry-level positions and security screening for CJIS access.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or recognized equivalent is commonly required. Entry-level vacancies may provide training, while experienced classifications may require prior police dispatch work and applicable certifications.
• Candidates should be able to type accurately, understand spoken information, communicate clearly by radio, and learn jurisdictional geography. Access to criminal justice information systems may require additional screening and security training.
• Criminal justice information systems access may require training and screening prior to assignment.

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 accuracy

Clear radio communication

Geography knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Criminal justice information systems

Job description

National Public Safety Careers is seeking Police Dispatchers for Webster, TX. Dispatchers will receive emergency and nonemergency requests for police assistance, document locations, and coordinate with officers to ensure safety and efficiency.

Typical duties include monitoring radio traffic, assigning calls, and relaying updates. A high school diploma or equivalent is commonly required, with training provided for entry-level positions and security screening for CJIS access.