Police Dispatcher: Critical Communications Operator

National Public Safety Careers; Wesson (MS); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Retirement plans

Paid leave

Education assistance

Job summary

National Public Safety Careers seeks a Police Dispatcher in Wesson, MS to support law enforcement operations by taking requests for assistance and maintaining reliable radio communications. The role may include telephone call taking, radio dispatch, and records-system duties as assigned.

Dispatchers must accurately document locations and incidents, assign calls to officers, monitor status, and relay timely updates.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; training may be provided.
• Typing proficiency, listening skills, and clear radio communication required.
• Access to criminal justice information systems may require additional screening.

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 training
• Coordinate with neighboring agencies and other emergency services
• Maintain incident records and safeguard restricted information

Skills

Typing proficiency

Clear communication

Radio communication

Geography knowledge

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Criminal justice information systems

Job description

National Public Safety Careers seeks a Police Dispatcher in Wesson, MS to support law enforcement operations by taking requests for assistance and maintaining reliable radio communications. The role may include telephone call taking, radio dispatch, and records-system duties as assigned.

Dispatchers must accurately document locations and incidents, assign calls to officers, monitor status, and relay timely updates.