Emergency Police Dispatcher – 24/7 Critical Communications

National Public Safety Careers; Midlothian (MD); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Retirement plans

Paid leave

Continuing education

Job summary

National Public Safety Careers is seeking Police Dispatchers in Midlothian, MD. Dispatchers handle emergency and nonemergency requests, document locations and details, and coordinate with officers to ensure rapid, safe responses.

A high school diploma or equivalent is commonly required. You should type accurately, listen well, and communicate clearly by radio; CJIS access may require additional screening as part of the process.

Qualifications

• Typing accurately
• Able to understand spoken information
• Clear radio communication
• Learn jurisdictional geography
• CJIS access may require screening

Responsibilities

• Receive emergency and nonemergency requests for police assistance
• Document incident locations, vehicle details, and reported hazards
• Assign calls to officers according to priority and procedures
• Monitor officer status and radio traffic
• Relay updates about changing incidents and potential safety concerns
• Coordinate with neighboring agencies and other emergency services
• Maintain incident records and safeguard restricted information

Skills

Typing

Radio communication

Multitasking

Listening

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

National Public Safety Careers is seeking Police Dispatchers in Midlothian, MD. Dispatchers handle emergency and nonemergency requests, document locations and details, and coordinate with officers to ensure rapid, safe responses.

A high school diploma or equivalent is commonly required. You should type accurately, listen well, and communicate clearly by radio; CJIS access may require additional screening as part of the process.