Emergency Police Dispatcher - 24/7 Operations

Regional 911 Intake Solutions; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Police dispatchers in Sabana Grande support law enforcement by receiving requests for help and maintaining clear communication with officers. Duties include accurate location notes and timely updates to responders. Roles may involve nights, weekends, and overtime depending on staffing.

Applicants should have a high school diploma, typing proficiency, and the ability to communicate clearly via radio. Training and security screenings may be required by the agency.

Qualifications

• Type accurately while listening to callers and relaying information.
• Communicate clearly by radio and telephone with officers.
• Learn jurisdictional geography and operate in high-pressure environments.

Responsibilities

• Receive emergency and nonemergency requests for police assistance.
• Document incident locations, descriptions, and hazards.
• Assign calls to officers according to priority and procedures.
• Monitor officer status and radio traffic, updating as needed.
• Relay changes in incidents and safety concerns to responders.
• Coordinate with neighboring agencies when required.

Skills

Typing

Radio communication

Active listening

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Police dispatchers in Sabana Grande support law enforcement by receiving requests for help and maintaining clear communication with officers. Duties include accurate location notes and timely updates to responders. Roles may involve nights, weekends, and overtime depending on staffing.

Applicants should have a high school diploma, typing proficiency, and the ability to communicate clearly via radio. Training and security screenings may be required by the agency.