Emergency Police Dispatcher — Public Safety Communications

National Public Safety Careers; Vance (SC); On-site; USD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement plans

Paid leave

Continuing education

Job summary

Police Dispatcher opportunities in Vance, SC are available to support law enforcement operations by receiving requests for assistance and maintaining reliable communications with officers. Dispatchers may perform telephone call taking, radio dispatch, and records-system duties according to agency procedures.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalent, strong typing skills, and the ability to learn jurisdictional geography.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or recognized equivalent is commonly required; training may be provided for entry-level vacancies.
• Accurate typing skills and the ability to understand spoken information are essential; clear radio communication is required.

Responsibilities

• Receive emergency and nonemergency requests for police assistance.
• Document incident locations, descriptions, vehicle details, and 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.
• Coordinate with neighboring agencies and other emergency services.

Skills

Typing

Radio communication

Geography knowledge

Clear spoken communication

Active listening

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Police Dispatcher opportunities in Vance, SC are available to support law enforcement operations by receiving requests for assistance and maintaining reliable communications with officers. Dispatchers may perform telephone call taking, radio dispatch, and records-system duties according to agency procedures.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalent, strong typing skills, and the ability to learn jurisdictional geography.