Police Dispatcher — Critical Public Safety Communications

National Public Safety Careers; Avilla (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

National Public Safety Careers is seeking Police Dispatcher opportunities in Avilla, IN. Dispatchers support law enforcement by receiving requests and maintaining reliable communication with officers, potentially combining call taking, radio dispatch, and records duties.

This role requires accuracy, the ability to type, listen, and multitask, and the capacity to coordinate with neighboring agencies and other emergency services.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or recognized equivalent is commonly required.
• Entry-level vacancies may provide training.
• Experience and certifications may be required for experienced roles.
• Ability to type accurately and understand spoken information.
• Learning jurisdictional geography and access to criminal justice information systems may require 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 completing required training
• Coordinate with neighboring agencies and other emergency services
• Maintain clear incident records and safeguard restricted information

Skills

Typing

Listening

Multitasking

Radio communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

National Public Safety Careers is seeking Police Dispatcher opportunities in Avilla, IN. Dispatchers support law enforcement by receiving requests and maintaining reliable communication with officers, potentially combining call taking, radio dispatch, and records duties.

This role requires accuracy, the ability to type, listen, and multitask, and the capacity to coordinate with neighboring agencies and other emergency services.