Emergency Police Dispatcher: Fast-Paced Communications

National Public Safety Careers; West Windsor (VT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Retirement plans

Paid leave

Education resources

Job summary

National Public Safety Careers currently lists Police Dispatcher opportunities in Brownsville, VT. Dispatchers play a pivotal role in receiving requests for assistance and maintaining communications with officers, often combining radio dispatch with records responsibilities.

These roles may include night, weekend, and holiday shifts, with overtime depending on staffing. A high school diploma is typically required, with on-the-job training and possible certifications for advancement.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or recognized equivalent is commonly required; training may be provided for entry-level vacancies.
• Typing accurately, understanding spoken information, communicating clearly by radio, and learning jurisdictional geography are important.

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

Multitasking

Geography knowledge

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

National Public Safety Careers currently lists Police Dispatcher opportunities in Brownsville, VT. Dispatchers play a pivotal role in receiving requests for assistance and maintaining communications with officers, often combining radio dispatch with records responsibilities.

These roles may include night, weekend, and holiday shifts, with overtime depending on staffing. A high school diploma is typically required, with on-the-job training and possible certifications for advancement.