Emergency Police Dispatcher — 24/7 Public Safety Communications

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Retirement plans

Paid leave

Employee assistance program

Continuing education

Premium pay

Job summary

National Public Safety Careers presents Police Dispatcher opportunities in Springfield, VA. Dispatchers support law enforcement by receiving requests for assistance and maintaining reliable communications with officers, often handling records-system duties.

Typical responsibilities include taking calls, prioritizing incidents, relaying updates, and coordinating with neighboring agencies. A high school diploma is commonly required; agency training and certifications may be provided.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED commonly required; training may be provided for entry-level roles.
• Ability to type accurately, listen well, and communicate clearly by radio.
• Must pass background and security screenings as required by the agency.

Responsibilities

• Receive emergency and nonemergency requests for police assistance.
• Document incident locations, descriptions, vehicle details, and 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 safety concerns.
• Conduct authorized records inquiries after training.
• Coordinate with neighboring agencies and emergency services.
• Maintain incident records and protect restricted information.

Skills

Typing proficiency

Clear radio communication

Multitasking

Situational awareness

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Records management systems

Job description

National Public Safety Careers presents Police Dispatcher opportunities in Springfield, VA. Dispatchers support law enforcement by receiving requests for assistance and maintaining reliable communications with officers, often handling records-system duties.

Typical responsibilities include taking calls, prioritizing incidents, relaying updates, and coordinating with neighboring agencies. A high school diploma is commonly required; agency training and certifications may be provided.