Police Dispatcher: Emergency Communications Specialist

National Public Safety Careers; Great Meadows (NJ); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Retirement plan

Paid leave

Education assistance

Premium pay

Job summary

National Public Safety Careers is seeking Police Dispatcher opportunities in Vienna to support law enforcement operations by receiving calls and coordinating with officers. The role involves accurate location reporting, incident documentation, and timely updates to ensure officer safety and effective response.

The position may require night, weekend, or rotating shifts with overtime based on staffing and needs.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or recognized equivalent commonly required.
• Typing accuracy and clear radio communication are essential.
• Ability to understand spoken information and learn jurisdictional geography.

Responsibilities

• Receive emergency and nonemergency requests for police assistance.
• Document incident locations, descriptions, vehicle details, and hazards.
• Assign calls to officers based on priority and procedures.
• Monitor officer status, radio traffic, and requests for assistance.
• Relay updates about changing incidents and safety concerns.
• Conduct authorized records inquiries after training.
• Coordinate with neighboring agencies and other emergency services.
• Maintain accurate incident records and protect restricted information.

Skills

Typing

Multitasking

Radio communication

Clear communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Criminal justice information systems

Job description

National Public Safety Careers is seeking Police Dispatcher opportunities in Vienna to support law enforcement operations by receiving calls and coordinating with officers. The role involves accurate location reporting, incident documentation, and timely updates to ensure officer safety and effective response.

The position may require night, weekend, or rotating shifts with overtime based on staffing and needs.