Emergency Police Dispatcher — Critical 24/7 Communications

National Public Safety Careers; Evinston (FL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

National Public Safety Careers is seeking Police Dispatchers to support law enforcement operations in Florida. The role involves receiving emergency and nonemergency requests, documenting incident details, and assigning calls to officers.

Dispatchers must maintain accurate records, monitor radio traffic, and coordinate with agencies to ensure timely responses. Candidates typically need a high school diploma, basic typing skills, and the ability to learn jurisdictional geography.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or recognized equivalent required.
• Entry-level vacancies may provide training.
• Certain certifications may be required for experienced roles.

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

Radio communication

Geography knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

National Public Safety Careers is seeking Police Dispatchers to support law enforcement operations in Florida. The role involves receiving emergency and nonemergency requests, documenting incident details, and assigning calls to officers.

Dispatchers must maintain accurate records, monitor radio traffic, and coordinate with agencies to ensure timely responses. Candidates typically need a high school diploma, basic typing skills, and the ability to learn jurisdictional geography.