Emergency Police Dispatcher: Critical 24/7 Communications

National Public Safety Careers; Fincastle (VA); Vor Ort; USD 42.000 - 54.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

National Public Safety Careers seeks Police Dispatcher opportunities in Fincastle, VA. Dispatchers handle emergency and nonemergency requests, document locations, and coordinate with officers to ensure timely responses.

Role may involve shift work, night hours, weekends, and overtime based on staffing. Requires accurate typing, clear radio communication, and knowledge of local geography.

Qualifikationen

• A high school diploma or recognized equivalent is commonly required.
• Candidates should be able to type accurately, understand spoken information, communicate clearly by radio, and learn jurisdictional geography.
• Access to criminal justice information systems may require additional screening and security training.

Aufgaben

• 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

Kenntnisse

Typing accurately

Clear radio communication

Jurisdictional geography

Ausbildung

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Access to CJIS

Jobbeschreibung

National Public Safety Careers seeks Police Dispatcher opportunities in Fincastle, VA. Dispatchers handle emergency and nonemergency requests, document locations, and coordinate with officers to ensure timely responses.

Role may involve shift work, night hours, weekends, and overtime based on staffing. Requires accurate typing, clear radio communication, and knowledge of local geography.