Emergency Police Dispatcher: Calm Under Pressure

National Public Safety Careers; Post (OR); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision coverage

Retirement plans

Paid leave

Continuing education

Employee assistance resources

Job summary

National Public Safety Careers is seeking Police Dispatchers for Post, OR. Dispatchers receive requests, relay information, and coordinate with officers. The role involves typing, listening, multitasking, and maintaining incident records. Training and background checks may apply as required by the agency. Work may include nights and weekends.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalent and be able to learn jurisdiction geography. Access to CJIS may require screening.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is commonly required.
• Ability to type accurately and communicate clearly by radio.
• Must understand spoken information and learn jurisdiction geography.
• Access to criminal justice information systems may require additional screening.

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.

Skills

Typing

Listening

Multitasking

Clear communication

Radio communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

National Public Safety Careers is seeking Police Dispatchers for Post, OR. Dispatchers receive requests, relay information, and coordinate with officers. The role involves typing, listening, multitasking, and maintaining incident records. Training and background checks may apply as required by the agency. Work may include nights and weekends.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalent and be able to learn jurisdiction geography. Access to CJIS may require screening.