Emergency Police Dispatcher - Public Safety Communications

Regional 911 Intake Solutions; Saint Charles (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Regional 911 Intake Solutions is seeking Police Dispatchers for Saint Charles, VA. The role involves receiving emergency and nonemergency requests, accurately documenting locations and details, and coordinating with officers in a fast-paced environment across multiple systems.

Requirements include a high school diploma, the ability to type accurately, and strong radio communication skills. Training and security screenings may apply, with potential for night and weekend shifts as needed.

Qualifications

• Typing accurately, understand spoken information, and communicate clearly by radio.
• Learn jurisdictional geography and potentially access criminal justice information systems with screening.
• Ability to multitask and maintain focus in a busy dispatch environment.

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 procedures.
• Monitor officer status, radio traffic, and requests for assistance.
• Relay updates about changing incidents and potential safety concerns.
• Conduct authorized records inquiries after training is completed.
• Coordinate with neighboring agencies and other emergency services.
• Maintain clear incident records and safeguard restricted information.

Skills

Typing accuracy

Clear radio communication

Multitasking

Geography knowledge

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Records systems

Job description

Regional 911 Intake Solutions is seeking Police Dispatchers for Saint Charles, VA. The role involves receiving emergency and nonemergency requests, accurately documenting locations and details, and coordinating with officers in a fast-paced environment across multiple systems.

Requirements include a high school diploma, the ability to type accurately, and strong radio communication skills. Training and security screenings may apply, with potential for night and weekend shifts as needed.