Emergency Police Dispatcher — Critical Communications

National Public Safety Careers; Vail (AZ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

National Public Safety Careers is seeking Police Dispatchers for opportunities in Vail, AZ. The role involves receiving emergency and nonemergency requests, documenting locations and details, and assigning calls to officers while maintaining radio communications with field units.

Desirable candidates type accurately, understand spoken information, and communicate clearly via radio. Basic eligibility includes a high school diploma and access to criminal justice information systems with required

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; training for entry level and certifications for experienced roles.
• Must type accurately, understand speech, communicate clearly by radio, and learn local geography.
• Access to criminal justice information systems may require screening and security training.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Typing

Radio communication

Multitasking

Geography knowledge

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Records system

Job description

National Public Safety Careers is seeking Police Dispatchers for opportunities in Vail, AZ. The role involves receiving emergency and nonemergency requests, documenting locations and details, and assigning calls to officers while maintaining radio communications with field units.

Desirable candidates type accurately, understand spoken information, and communicate clearly via radio. Basic eligibility includes a high school diploma and access to criminal justice information systems with required