Emergency Police Dispatcher & Radio Operator

Regional 911 Intake Solutions; Alcoa (TN); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Retirement plans

Paid leave

Education resources

Job summary

Regional 911 Intake Solutions seeks police dispatchers in Alcoa, Tennessee. The role involves receiving emergency and nonemergency requests, documenting locations, and coordinating with officers to ensure safety and rapid response.

You will work at a dispatch console, type accurately, listen carefully, and communicate clearly by radio. Training is available; eligibility rules apply. This position offers shift work including nights and weekends, with benefits as described in the vacancy.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; some postings offer training.
• Ability to type accurately and understand spoken information.
• Clear radio communication with law enforcement and public.
• Willingness to learn jurisdictional geography and dispatch protocols.

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 training
• Coordinate with neighboring agencies and other emergency services
• Maintain incident records and safeguard restricted information

Skills

Typing accurately

Understand spoken information

Communicate clearly by radio

Learn jurisdictional geography

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Regional 911 Intake Solutions seeks police dispatchers in Alcoa, Tennessee. The role involves receiving emergency and nonemergency requests, documenting locations, and coordinating with officers to ensure safety and rapid response.

You will work at a dispatch console, type accurately, listen carefully, and communicate clearly by radio. Training is available; eligibility rules apply. This position offers shift work including nights and weekends, with benefits as described in the vacancy.