Police Dispatcher: Critical Emergency Communications

National Public Safety Careers; Garciasville (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Retirement plans

Paid leave

Job summary

National Public Safety Careers is recruiting Police Dispatchers for Garciasville, TX. The role involves receiving police requests, documenting details, and coordinating with officers to ensure timely responses.

Dispatchers may work nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime depending on staffing and agency needs. Training and screening are typical parts of the process, with opportunities to progress within public safety communications.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or recognized equivalent commonly required.
• Entry may provide training; experienced dispatch work and certifications preferred.
• Candidates should type accurately and communicate clearly by radio.

Responsibilities

• Receive emergency and nonemergency requests for police assistance.
• Document incident locations, 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 incidents and safety concerns.
• Coordinate with neighboring agencies and other emergency services.
• Maintain incident records and safeguard restricted information.

Skills

Typing

Radio communication

Multitasking

Clear spoken communication

Decision making under pressure

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

National Public Safety Careers is recruiting Police Dispatchers for Garciasville, TX. The role involves receiving police requests, documenting details, and coordinating with officers to ensure timely responses.

Dispatchers may work nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime depending on staffing and agency needs. Training and screening are typical parts of the process, with opportunities to progress within public safety communications.