Police Dispatcher - 24/7 Public Safety Communicator

National Public Safety Careers; Waterloo (IA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision coverage

Retirement plans

Paid leave

Employee assistance resources

Job summary

National Public Safety Careers is seeking Police Dispatcher opportunities in Waterloo, IA. Dispatchers receive requests for police assistance, document details, and coordinate with officers using radio and telephone systems. This role supports law enforcement operations and may involve night, weekend, and holiday shifts.

A high school diploma or equivalent is commonly required. Candidates should be capable of fast typing, clear radio communication, and learning jurisdictional geography.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Ability to type accurately and communicate clearly by radio.
• Willingness to learn jurisdictional geography and procedures.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced public safety environment.

Responsibilities

• Receive emergency and nonemergency requests for police assistance.
• Document incident locations, suspect descriptions, vehicle details, and hazards.
• Assign calls to officers according to priority and procedures.
• Monitor officer status, radio traffic, and requests for assistance.
• Relay updates about changing incidents and safety concerns.
• Coordinate with neighboring agencies and other emergency services.
• Maintain clear incident records and safeguard restricted information.
• Conduct authorized records inquiries after training.

Skills

Typing

Active listening

Radio communication

Geography knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

National Public Safety Careers is seeking Police Dispatcher opportunities in Waterloo, IA. Dispatchers receive requests for police assistance, document details, and coordinate with officers using radio and telephone systems. This role supports law enforcement operations and may involve night, weekend, and holiday shifts.

A high school diploma or equivalent is commonly required. Candidates should be capable of fast typing, clear radio communication, and learning jurisdictional geography.