Emergency Police Dispatcher: 24/7 Critical Communications

National Public Safety Careers; Appalachia (VA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Retirement plans

Paid leave

Employee assistance resources

Continuing education

Premium pay (varies by agency)

Job summary

National Public Safety Careers in Appalachia, VA is seeking Police Dispatchers to support law enforcement operations by handling emergency and nonemergency requests. The role involves receiving calls, documenting locations and details, and coordinating with officers and agencies.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalent; on-the-job training may be provided for entry-level positions, with higher expectations for experience and certifications in more advanced roles.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; training may be provided for entry-level roles.
• Prior police dispatch experience and relevant certifications may be required for experienced roles.
• Ability to type accurately, understand spoken information, and communicate clearly by radio.

Responsibilities

• Receive emergency and nonemergency requests for police assistance
• Document incident locations, 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

Active listening

Clear radio communication

Multitasking

Geography knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Criminal justice information systems

Job description

National Public Safety Careers in Appalachia, VA is seeking Police Dispatchers to support law enforcement operations by handling emergency and nonemergency requests. The role involves receiving calls, documenting locations and details, and coordinating with officers and agencies.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalent; on-the-job training may be provided for entry-level positions, with higher expectations for experience and certifications in more advanced roles.