Emergency Police Dispatcher & Communications Specialist

National Public Safety Careers; Oak Harbor (WA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Retirement plans

Paid leave

Education resources

Premium pay

Job summary

National Public Safety Careers is seeking Police Dispatchers for Oak Harbor, WA. This role supports law enforcement by taking calls, dispatching units, and maintaining secure communications.

A high school diploma or equivalent is commonly required, with on-the-job training possible for entry-level candidates. Dispatcher duties include accurate data entry, radios and records inquiries after training, and coordination with neighboring agencies.

Qualifications

• Typing, listening and multitasking skills required.
• Ability to learn jurisdictional geography and dispatch procedures.
• Experience or training in public safety communications is a plus.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Typing ability

Multitasking

Listening

Dispatch aptitude

Clear radio communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

National Public Safety Careers is seeking Police Dispatchers for Oak Harbor, WA. This role supports law enforcement by taking calls, dispatching units, and maintaining secure communications.

A high school diploma or equivalent is commonly required, with on-the-job training possible for entry-level candidates. Dispatcher duties include accurate data entry, radios and records inquiries after training, and coordination with neighboring agencies.