Police Dispatch & Communications Specialist

National Public Safety Careers; Rachel (WV); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; 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 Dispatchers for openings in Rachel, West Virginia. Dispatchers receive requests for assistance, document details, and coordinate with officers to keep operations running smoothly.

The role may require shift work, including nights, weekends, and overtime. Candidates typically need a high school diploma and strong typing, listening, and radio communication skills, plus familiarity with CJIS systems.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or recognized equivalent is commonly required.
• Entry-level vacancies may provide training.
• Access to criminal justice information systems may require additional screening and security training.

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

Listening

Radio communication

Geography knowledge

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Criminal justice information systems

Job description

National Public Safety Careers is seeking Police Dispatchers for openings in Rachel, West Virginia. Dispatchers receive requests for assistance, document details, and coordinate with officers to keep operations running smoothly.

The role may require shift work, including nights, weekends, and overtime. Candidates typically need a high school diploma and strong typing, listening, and radio communication skills, plus familiarity with CJIS systems.