Emergency Police Dispatcher — 24/7 Public Safety

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Retirement plans

Paid leave

Continuing education

Job summary

National Public Safety Careers seeks Police Dispatcher opportunities for Gainesville, TX. Dispatchers receive requests for assistance and maintain communication with officers, combining call taking, radio dispatch, and records duties as required by the employing agency.

They ensure accurate locations, descriptions, safety information, and timely updates. The role may involve nights, weekends, holidays, and rotating shifts depending on staffing and operational needs.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent commonly required.
• Ability to type accurately and understand spoken information.
• Clear radio communication and knowledge of jurisdiction geography may be required.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Typing ability

Clear radio communication

Geography knowledge

Education

High school diploma

Job description

National Public Safety Careers seeks Police Dispatcher opportunities for Gainesville, TX. Dispatchers receive requests for assistance and maintain communication with officers, combining call taking, radio dispatch, and records duties as required by the employing agency.

They ensure accurate locations, descriptions, safety information, and timely updates. The role may involve nights, weekends, holidays, and rotating shifts depending on staffing and operational needs.