Police Dispatcher — 24/7 Critical Communications

National Public Safety Careers; Newton (IA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental/Vision benefits

Retirement plans

Paid leave

Job summary

National Public Safety Careers in Newton, IA, is seeking Police Dispatchers to support law enforcement operations by receiving requests for assistance and maintaining reliable communication with officers. The role may combine telephone call taking, radio dispatch, and authorized records-system duties as assigned.

Dispatchers will document incident locations and descriptions, assign calls, monitor radio traffic, relay updates, and coordinate with neighboring agencies.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or recognized equivalent is commonly required.
• Typing accurately and clear radio communication are important.
• Experience in dispatch or records systems is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Receive emergency and nonemergency requests for police assistance.
• Document 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 changing incidents and safety concerns.
• Conduct authorized records inquiries after training.
• Coordinate with neighboring agencies and other services.
• Maintain incident records and safeguard restricted information.

Skills

Typing

Listening

Radio communication

Geography knowledge

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Records systems

Job description

National Public Safety Careers in Newton, IA, is seeking Police Dispatchers to support law enforcement operations by receiving requests for assistance and maintaining reliable communication with officers. The role may combine telephone call taking, radio dispatch, and authorized records-system duties as assigned.

Dispatchers will document incident locations and descriptions, assign calls, monitor radio traffic, relay updates, and coordinate with neighboring agencies.