Police Dispatcher - 24/7 Critical Communications

Public Safety Dispatch Network; Dry Branch (WV); On-site; USD 40,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Retirement plans

Paid leave

Continuing education

Job summary

Public Safety Dispatch Network in Drybranch, WV seeks dedicated Police Dispatchers to support law enforcement by receiving calls, prioritizing incidents, and coordinating with officers. You will document locations, descriptions, and hazards while maintaining alert communications across agencies.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma, strong typing and listening skills, and the ability to learn jurisdictional geography.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or recognized equivalent is commonly required; entry-level vacancies may provide training, while experienced classifications may require prior police dispatch work and applicable certifications.
• Candidates should be able to type accurately, understand spoken information, communicate clearly by radio, and learn jurisdictional geography; 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

Active listening

Multitasking

Radio communication

Education

High school diploma

Tools

CJIS (Criminal Justice Information Systems)

Job description

Public Safety Dispatch Network in Drybranch, WV seeks dedicated Police Dispatchers to support law enforcement by receiving calls, prioritizing incidents, and coordinating with officers. You will document locations, descriptions, and hazards while maintaining alert communications across agencies.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma, strong typing and listening skills, and the ability to learn jurisdictional geography.