Police Dispatcher: 24/7 Emergency Communications Pro

Public Safety Dispatch Network; Sun Valley (NV); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Public Safety Dispatch Network in Sun Valley, NV seeks police dispatchers to support law enforcement operations by receiving requests for assistance and maintaining reliable communication with officers. Duties include telephone call taking, radio dispatch, and authorized records-system duties.

You will document incident locations, assign calls, monitor officer status, and coordinate with neighboring agencies. A high school diploma is commonly required; training may be provided.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent commonly required.
• Accurate typing, clear radio communication, and ability to learn jurisdiction geography.
• Some vacancies provide training; experience in dispatch is a plus.

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

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma

Tools

CJIS systems

Job description

Public Safety Dispatch Network in Sun Valley, NV seeks police dispatchers to support law enforcement operations by receiving requests for assistance and maintaining reliable communication with officers. Duties include telephone call taking, radio dispatch, and authorized records-system duties.

You will document incident locations, assign calls, monitor officer status, and coordinate with neighboring agencies. A high school diploma is commonly required; training may be provided.