Emergency Police Dispatcher: Critical Communications Support

National Public Safety Careers; Deloit (IA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Retirement plans

Paid leave

Employee assistance program

Continuing education

Job summary

National Public Safety Careers is seeking a Police Dispatcher in Deloit, IA. The role involves handling emergency and nonemergency calls, documenting locations and details, and coordinating with officers and neighboring agencies from a dispatch console.

Training may be provided for entry-level hires, with certifications for advanced positions. Applicants should be able to type accurately, understand spoken information, and learn local geography; CJIS access may require additional screening.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or recognized equivalent.
• Entry-level vacancies may provide training.
• Experienced classifications may require prior police dispatch work and applicable certifications.
• Candidates should type accurately, understand spoken information, and learn jurisdictional geography.

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

Radio communication

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Spoken comprehension

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Records management system

Job description

National Public Safety Careers is seeking a Police Dispatcher in Deloit, IA. The role involves handling emergency and nonemergency calls, documenting locations and details, and coordinating with officers and neighboring agencies from a dispatch console.

Training may be provided for entry-level hires, with certifications for advanced positions. Applicants should be able to type accurately, understand spoken information, and learn local geography; CJIS access may require additional screening.