Police Dispatcher — 24/7 Critical Communications

National Public Safety Careers; Virginia; 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 opportunities in Wicomico, VA. These positions support law enforcement by handling emergency and nonemergency requests and maintaining clear, secure communications with officers on duty.

Dispatchers may perform radio dispatch, call taking, and records-system duties, with shifts that include nights, weekends, and holidays to ensure continuous public safety operations. Training is provided where required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or recognized equivalent required.
• Entry-level positions may provide training; prior police dispatch work or certifications may be preferred.

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.

Job description

National Public Safety Careers is seeking Police Dispatchers for opportunities in Wicomico, VA. These positions support law enforcement by handling emergency and nonemergency requests and maintaining clear, secure communications with officers on duty.

Dispatchers may perform radio dispatch, call taking, and records-system duties, with shifts that include nights, weekends, and holidays to ensure continuous public safety operations. Training is provided where required.