Police Dispatcher - 24/7 Emergency Communications

National Public Safety Careers; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

National Public Safety Careers seeks Police Dispatchers to support law enforcement operations by receiving requests for assistance and maintaining clear communications with officers. You will handle emergency and nonemergency calls, document locations, and coordinate with field units to ensure safety and rapid response.

The role may require night, weekend, holiday, and rotating shifts and may include background screening, typing tests, and security clearances. Training is provided where needed.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or recognized equivalent is commonly required.
• Candidates should be able to type accurately, understand spoken information, and learn jurisdictional geography.

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

Multitasking

Listening

Radio communications

Clear speech

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

National Public Safety Careers seeks Police Dispatchers to support law enforcement operations by receiving requests for assistance and maintaining clear communications with officers. You will handle emergency and nonemergency calls, document locations, and coordinate with field units to ensure safety and rapid response.

The role may require night, weekend, holiday, and rotating shifts and may include background screening, typing tests, and security clearances. Training is provided where needed.