Emergency Police Dispatcher – Critical Communications Pro

National Public Safety Careers; Scott (LA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Retirement plans

Paid leave

Job summary

National Public Safety Careers is seeking Police Dispatchers in Scott, LA. Dispatchers support law enforcement by receiving calls, coordinating with officers, and maintaining records, often handling radio and telecommunication duties.

The position may include night, weekend, holiday, and overtime shifts based on staffing needs. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma or equivalent, strong typing, clear radio communication, and solid knowledge of local geography.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or recognized equivalent is commonly required.
• Candidates should be able to type accurately, understand spoken information, communicate clearly by radio, and learn jurisdictional geography.
• Access to criminal justice information systems may require additional screening and security training.

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

Listening

Radio communication

Geography knowledge

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

National Public Safety Careers is seeking Police Dispatchers in Scott, LA. Dispatchers support law enforcement by receiving calls, coordinating with officers, and maintaining records, often handling radio and telecommunication duties.

The position may include night, weekend, holiday, and overtime shifts based on staffing needs. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma or equivalent, strong typing, clear radio communication, and solid knowledge of local geography.