Emergency Police Dispatcher: Critical Incidents & Comm

Public Safety Dispatch Network; White House (TN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement plans

Paid leave

Education resources

Job summary

Public Safety Dispatch Network in White House, TN is seeking Police Dispatchers to support law enforcement operations by receiving requests for assistance and maintaining reliable communication with officers.

Dispatchers document incident locations, assign calls to officers, monitor radio traffic, and relay updates. A high school diploma is commonly required; training may be provided for entry-level vacancies, with experience and certifications valued for advancement.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or recognized equivalent is commonly required.
• Entry-level vacancies may provide training; experienced classifications may require prior police dispatch work and applicable certifications.
• Candidates should be able to type accurately, understand spoken information, communicate clearly by radio.

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

Job description

Public Safety Dispatch Network in White House, TN is seeking Police Dispatchers to support law enforcement operations by receiving requests for assistance and maintaining reliable communication with officers.

Dispatchers document incident locations, assign calls to officers, monitor radio traffic, and relay updates. A high school diploma is commonly required; training may be provided for entry-level vacancies, with experience and certifications valued for advancement.