Police Dispatcher: 24/7 Public Safety Communications

National Public Safety Careers; Onslow (IA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

National Public Safety Careers is recruiting for Police Dispatcher positions in Iowa. Dispatchers receive emergency and nonemergency calls, document locations and hazards, and assign calls to officers according to priority and procedures.

The role requires clear radio communication, accuracy, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Typical duties include monitoring officer status, relaying updates, conducting records inquiries after training, coordinating with neighboring agencies,

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 recruiting for Police Dispatcher positions in Iowa. Dispatchers receive emergency and nonemergency calls, document locations and hazards, and assign calls to officers according to priority and procedures.

The role requires clear radio communication, accuracy, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Typical duties include monitoring officer status, relaying updates, conducting records inquiries after training, coordinating with neighboring agencies,