Emergency Police Dispatcher: Public Safety Communications

National Public Safety Careers; Pine Level (AL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Retirement plans

Paid leave

Employee-assistance resources

Continuing education

Premium pay and other provisions vary

Job summary

National Public Safety Careers in Pine Level, AL seeks Police Dispatchers to support law enforcement by taking calls, coordinating with officers, and maintaining secure records. Responsibilities include receiving emergency and nonemergency requests, documenting locations, and assigning calls to officers based on priority.

Roles may require a high school diploma, typing ability, clear radio communication, and knowledge of jurisdiction geography.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or recognized equivalent is commonly required.
• Entry-level vacancies may provide training, while experienced classifications may require prior police dispatch work and applicable certifications.
• Ability to type accurately, understand spoken information, and communicate via 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

Skills

Typing

Clear radio communication

Listening

Geography knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

National Public Safety Careers in Pine Level, AL seeks Police Dispatchers to support law enforcement by taking calls, coordinating with officers, and maintaining secure records. Responsibilities include receiving emergency and nonemergency requests, documenting locations, and assigning calls to officers based on priority.

Roles may require a high school diploma, typing ability, clear radio communication, and knowledge of jurisdiction geography.