Emergency Police Dispatcher: Critical Communications

National Public Safety Careers; Weir (MS); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

National Public Safety Careers is seeking Police Dispatcher opportunities in Weir, Mississippi. Dispatchers receive emergency and nonemergency requests, document locations and hazards, and assign calls to officers while monitoring radio traffic and officer status.

Applicants should be capable of typing accurately, understanding spoken information, and learning jurisdiction geography. Some positions may involve shift work, overtime, and access to sensitive records systems.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or recognized equivalent required.
• Must type accurately and understand spoken information.
• Ability to communicate clearly by radio and learn jurisdiction geography.
• Access to criminal justice information systems may require additional screening.

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.

Skills

Typing

Communication

Multitasking

Listening

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Records systems

Job description

National Public Safety Careers is seeking Police Dispatcher opportunities in Weir, Mississippi. Dispatchers receive emergency and nonemergency requests, document locations and hazards, and assign calls to officers while monitoring radio traffic and officer status.

Applicants should be capable of typing accurately, understanding spoken information, and learning jurisdiction geography. Some positions may involve shift work, overtime, and access to sensitive records systems.