Emergency Police Dispatcher – 24/7 Public Safety

National Public Safety Careers; Virginia; On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Retirement plans

Paid leave

Job summary

National Public Safety Careers is seeking Police Dispatchers for Deerfield, VA assignments. You will receive emergency and nonemergency requests, document locations, and coordinate with officers according to agency procedures.

This role may involve nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime based on staffing needs. Applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalent; entry-level training is possible, with potential certifications valued.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or recognized equivalent is commonly required.
• Entry-level vacancies may provide training.
• Some classifications may require prior police dispatch work and applicable certifications.

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

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Police dispatch certifications

Job description

National Public Safety Careers is seeking Police Dispatchers for Deerfield, VA assignments. You will receive emergency and nonemergency requests, document locations, and coordinate with officers according to agency procedures.

This role may involve nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime based on staffing needs. Applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalent; entry-level training is possible, with potential certifications valued.