Police Dispatcher — 24/7 Emergency Communications

National Public Safety Careers; Florence (KS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement plans

Paid leave

Job summary

National Public Safety Careers is hiring police dispatchers for a Florence, KS posting. The role involves taking emergency and nonemergency calls, relaying information to officers, and maintaining accurate incident records.

Dispatchers use radios, phones, and computer systems to ensure timely and safe responses. Applicants typically need a high school diploma and must be capable of typing accurately, understanding spoken information, and working in a jurisdictional environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or recognized equivalent commonly required.
• Entry-level vacancies may provide training; experienced classifications may require prior police dispatch work and applicable certifications.

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 hiring police dispatchers for a Florence, KS posting. The role involves taking emergency and nonemergency calls, relaying information to officers, and maintaining accurate incident records.

Dispatchers use radios, phones, and computer systems to ensure timely and safe responses. Applicants typically need a high school diploma and must be capable of typing accurately, understanding spoken information, and working in a jurisdictional environment.