Emergency Police Dispatcher - Critical Call Handling

National Public Safety Careers; Buffalo (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Retirement plans

Paid leave

Continuing education

Premium pay

Job summary

National Public Safety Careers lists Police Dispatcher opportunities in Buffalo, TX. Dispatchers receive emergency and nonemergency requests, document locations and details, assign calls to officers, and monitor status and radio traffic to ensure timely responses.

Candidates should type accurately, understand spoken information, and learn jurisdictional geography. Access to justice information systems may require screening and security training. Training is available for entry-level applicants.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or recognized equivalent required.
• Ability to type accurately and communicate clearly by radio.
• Training or experience in police dispatch and information systems preferred.

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 incidents and safety concerns.
• Coordinate with neighboring agencies and emergency services.
• Maintain clear incident records and safeguard restricted information.

Skills

Typing

Multitasking

Communication

Radio communication

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Criminal justice information systems

Job description

National Public Safety Careers lists Police Dispatcher opportunities in Buffalo, TX. Dispatchers receive emergency and nonemergency requests, document locations and details, assign calls to officers, and monitor status and radio traffic to ensure timely responses.

Candidates should type accurately, understand spoken information, and learn jurisdictional geography. Access to justice information systems may require screening and security training. Training is available for entry-level applicants.