Police Dispatcher: Critical Calls & Radio Ops

National Public Safety Careers; Barnstable County (MA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Paid leave

Job summary

National Public Safety Careers is seeking Police Dispatcher opportunities in East Dennis, MA. Dispatchers receive calls, document details, and assign operations to officers, maintaining clear communication with field personnel.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalent, with training provided for entry-level roles and certifications for experienced postings. The role may involve shift work, including nights, weekends, and holidays, to support ongoing police dispatch operations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or recognized equivalent is commonly required.
• Entry-level vacancies may provide training.
• Experienced classifications may require prior police dispatch work and applicable certifications.

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

Listening

Radio communication

Multitasking

Jurisdiction knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

National Public Safety Careers is seeking Police Dispatcher opportunities in East Dennis, MA. Dispatchers receive calls, document details, and assign operations to officers, maintaining clear communication with field personnel.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalent, with training provided for entry-level roles and certifications for experienced postings. The role may involve shift work, including nights, weekends, and holidays, to support ongoing police dispatch operations.