Emergency Police Dispatcher — Crucial Field Support

National Public Safety Careers; Wilson (NC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Retirement plans

Paid leave

Continuing education

Job summary

National Public Safety Careers advertises Police Dispatcher opportunities in Wilson, North Carolina. Dispatchers receive emergency and nonemergency requests, document details, and promptly assign calls to officers while monitoring radio traffic and safety updates.

The role emphasizes accurate typing, clear radio communication, and strong geographic knowledge, with agency-specific background checks and training requirements. Flexible shifts and ongoing records management are common."

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required; some vacancies provide training.
• Ability to type accurately and understand spoken information.
• Clear radio communication skills and knowledge of jurisdiction geography.
• Background checks and security screening may be required.

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 communications

Geography knowledge

Multitasking

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

National Public Safety Careers advertises Police Dispatcher opportunities in Wilson, North Carolina. Dispatchers receive emergency and nonemergency requests, document details, and promptly assign calls to officers while monitoring radio traffic and safety updates.

The role emphasizes accurate typing, clear radio communication, and strong geographic knowledge, with agency-specific background checks and training requirements. Flexible shifts and ongoing records management are common."