Emergency Police Dispatcher: Critical Communications

National Public Safety Careers; Larkspur (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Retirement plans

Paid leave

Job summary

National Public Safety Careers in Larkspur, CA is seeking Police Dispatchers to support law enforcement by taking calls, coordinating with officers, and maintaining reliable radio communications. The position may include nights, weekends, and rotating shifts to meet operational needs.

Responsibilities include logging incidents, relaying updates, and coordinating with neighboring agencies while ensuring accurate records and adherence to security protocols.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or recognized equivalent is commonly required.
• Entry-level vacancies may provide training, while experienced classifications may require prior police dispatch work and applicable certifications.

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

Job description

National Public Safety Careers in Larkspur, CA is seeking Police Dispatchers to support law enforcement by taking calls, coordinating with officers, and maintaining reliable radio communications. The position may include nights, weekends, and rotating shifts to meet operational needs.

Responsibilities include logging incidents, relaying updates, and coordinating with neighboring agencies while ensuring accurate records and adherence to security protocols.