Emergency Police Dispatcher: Rapid Response

Public Safety Dispatch Network; Stanardsville (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Retirement plans

Paid leave

Education resources

Job summary

Public Safety Dispatch Network seeks qualified Police Dispatcher opportunities in Stanardsville, VA. Dispatchers support law enforcement by receiving requests for assistance and maintaining reliable communication with officers, potentially combining call taking, radio dispatch, and records duties.

Duty locations are within Stanardsville and surrounding agencies. The role may involve night shifts, weekends, holidays, and overtime based on staffing and operational needs; a high school diploma is

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent commonly required.
• Candidates should be able to type accurately and communicate clearly by radio.
• Access to criminal justice information systems may require additional screening.

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 speed

Radio communications

Clear communication

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

CJIS

Job description

Public Safety Dispatch Network seeks qualified Police Dispatcher opportunities in Stanardsville, VA. Dispatchers support law enforcement by receiving requests for assistance and maintaining reliable communication with officers, potentially combining call taking, radio dispatch, and records duties.

Duty locations are within Stanardsville and surrounding agencies. The role may involve night shifts, weekends, holidays, and overtime based on staffing and operational needs; a high school diploma is