Police Dispatch & Communications Specialist

National Public Safety Careers; Forestdale (MA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Retirement plans

Paid leave

Continuing education

Job summary

National Public Safety Careers is seeking police dispatch professionals for opportunities in Forestdale, MA. Dispatchers handle emergency and nonemergency requests, document details, assign calls, and coordinate with officers to ensure public safety. Training and background checks may apply.

Candidates should type accurately, understand spoken information, and communicate clearly by radio, while learning jurisdiction geography. Many agencies require meeting eligibility and background standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED commonly required.
• Entry-level vacancies may provide training.
• Typing accurately and understanding spoken information.
• Communicate clearly by radio and learn jurisdiction geography.

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

Radio communications

Clear communication

Geography knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

National Public Safety Careers is seeking police dispatch professionals for opportunities in Forestdale, MA. Dispatchers handle emergency and nonemergency requests, document details, assign calls, and coordinate with officers to ensure public safety. Training and background checks may apply.

Candidates should type accurately, understand spoken information, and communicate clearly by radio, while learning jurisdiction geography. Many agencies require meeting eligibility and background standards.