Police Dispatcher: Critical Emergency Communications

Regional 911 Intake Solutions; Tennyson (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Retirement plans

Paid leave

Employee-assistance resources

Continuing education

Job summary

Regional 911 Intake Solutions is seeking Police Dispatcher candidates in Tennyson, TX. Dispatchers receive requests for police assistance and maintain vital communication with officers, ensuring accurate locations, descriptions, and safety information are relayed promptly.

The role may involve telephone call taking, radio dispatch, and records-system duties, requiring strong typing, clear radio communication, and the ability to learn jurisdiction geography.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; some agencies offer training for entry-level hires.
• Strong typing, listening, and radio communication skills are essential.
• Ability to learn jurisdiction geography and operate records systems as needed.

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 incidents and safety concerns to officers and supervisors.
• Conduct authorized records inquiries after training.
• Coordinate with neighboring agencies and other emergency services.
• Maintain clear and secure incident records.

Skills

Accurate typing

Clear radio communication

Spoken comprehension

Jurisdiction knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Regional 911 Intake Solutions is seeking Police Dispatcher candidates in Tennyson, TX. Dispatchers receive requests for police assistance and maintain vital communication with officers, ensuring accurate locations, descriptions, and safety information are relayed promptly.

The role may involve telephone call taking, radio dispatch, and records-system duties, requiring strong typing, clear radio communication, and the ability to learn jurisdiction geography.