Police Dispatcher — 24/7 Critical Response

Public Safety Dispatch Network; Hurricane (WV); On-site; USD 38,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement plans

Paid leave

Continuing education

Job summary

Public Safety Dispatch Network in Hurricane, West Virginia seeks competent Police Dispatchers to support law enforcement operations by receiving requests for assistance and maintaining reliable communication with officers. Dispatchers must document incident details, assign calls to officers, monitor radio traffic, and relay timely updates.

A high school diploma is commonly required, and typing accuracy plus radio communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or recognized equivalent is commonly required.
• Candidates should be able to type accurately, understand spoken information, communicate clearly by radio.

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 communication

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Public Safety Dispatch Network in Hurricane, West Virginia seeks competent Police Dispatchers to support law enforcement operations by receiving requests for assistance and maintaining reliable communication with officers. Dispatchers must document incident details, assign calls to officers, monitor radio traffic, and relay timely updates.

A high school diploma is commonly required, and typing accuracy plus radio communication skills are essential.