Emergency Police Dispatcher — Real-Time Incident Coordinator

National Public Safety Careers; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

National Public Safety Careers in San Francisco is seeking Police Dispatcher opportunities to support city agencies. Dispatchers receive emergency and nonemergency requests, document locations and details, and coordinate with officers to prioritize and relay critical information.

You will monitor radio traffic, maintain clear incident records, and work with neighboring agencies. The role requires accuracy, situational awareness, and discretion in handling sensitive information.

Qualifications

• Typing accurately and rapidly is essential.
• Ability to understand spoken information clearly.
• Clear radio communication and basic geographic awareness.

Responsibilities

• Receive emergency and nonemergency requests for police assistance.
• Document incident locations, suspect descriptions, vehicle details, and hazards.
• Assign calls to officers according to priority and procedures.
• Monitor officer status, radio traffic, and requests for assistance.
• Relay updates about incidents and safety concerns.
• Conduct authorized records inquiries after training.
• Coordinate with neighboring agencies and emergency services.
• Maintain incident records and protect restricted information.

Skills

Typing

Verbal communication

Radio communication

Education

High school diploma

Job description

National Public Safety Careers in San Francisco is seeking Police Dispatcher opportunities to support city agencies. Dispatchers receive emergency and nonemergency requests, document locations and details, and coordinate with officers to prioritize and relay critical information.

You will monitor radio traffic, maintain clear incident records, and work with neighboring agencies. The role requires accuracy, situational awareness, and discretion in handling sensitive information.