Police Dispatcher — Critical 911 Communications & Support

National Public Safety Careers; Tobaccoville (NC); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Retirement plans

Paid leave

Continuing education

Job summary

National Public Safety Careers is seeking Police Dispatchers for Tobaccoville, NC. The role involves taking calls, coordinating with officers, and maintaining radio and records systems to ensure rapid, accurate responses.

Applicants should have a high school diploma and strong typing, communication, and geographic skills. Training may be provided; CJIS access may require screening. Work involves shifts, nights, weekends, and potential overtime depending on staffing.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Entry-level vacancies may provide training.
• Prior police dispatch work and applicable certifications may be required for experienced roles.
• Ability to type accurately, understand spoken information, and communicate clearly by radio.
• Access to CJIS may require additional screening.

Responsibilities

• Receive emergency and nonemergency requests for police assistance.
• Document incident locations, descriptions, vehicle details, and reported hazards.
• Assign calls to officers based on 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.

Skills

Typing speed

Radio communication

Multitasking

Geography knowledge

Clear communication

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

CJIS Access (Criminal Justice Information Systems)

Job description

National Public Safety Careers is seeking Police Dispatchers for Tobaccoville, NC. The role involves taking calls, coordinating with officers, and maintaining radio and records systems to ensure rapid, accurate responses.

Applicants should have a high school diploma and strong typing, communication, and geographic skills. Training may be provided; CJIS access may require screening. Work involves shifts, nights, weekends, and potential overtime depending on staffing.