Emergency Police Dispatcher - Critical Communications

National Public Safety Careers; Teays Valley (WV); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement plans

Paid leave

Employee Assistance Program

Continuing education

Job summary

National Public Safety Careers seeks police dispatcher opportunities in Teays, WV. Dispatchers receive requests, document details, and assign calls to officers using agency procedures, while maintaining clear communications and reliable records for ongoing operations.

Responsibilities include monitoring radio traffic, relaying updates, and coordinating with neighboring agencies. A high school diploma is commonly required, with potential training provided for entry-level vacancies.

Qualifications

• Must type accurately and understand spoken information.
• Clear radio communication required.
• Ability to learn jurisdictional geography and use records systems.

Responsibilities

• Receive emergency and nonemergency requests for police assistance.
• Document incident locations, 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 changing incidents and safety concerns.
• Coordinate with neighboring agencies and other emergency services.
• Maintain incident records and safeguard restricted information.

Skills

Typing accuracy

Radio communication

multitasking

Geography knowledge

Education

High school diploma

Job description

National Public Safety Careers seeks police dispatcher opportunities in Teays, WV. Dispatchers receive requests, document details, and assign calls to officers using agency procedures, while maintaining clear communications and reliable records for ongoing operations.

Responsibilities include monitoring radio traffic, relaying updates, and coordinating with neighboring agencies. A high school diploma is commonly required, with potential training provided for entry-level vacancies.