Police Dispatcher: Emergency Communications Specialist

National Public Safety Careers; Russell (AR); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Retirement plans

Paid leave

Job summary

National Public Safety Careers presents Police Dispatcher opportunities in Russell, AR. Dispatchers support law enforcement by handling calls, coordinating with officers, and maintaining logs and safety updates.

Training is provided; positions may involve nights, weekends, and overtime depending on staffing. Candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent, strong typing skills, and the ability to learn local geography.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent commonly required.
• Ability to type accurately and communicate clearly by radio.
• 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 reported hazards.
• Assign calls to officers according to priority and procedures.
• Monitor officer status, radio traffic, and requests for assistance.
• Relay updates about changing incidents and potential safety concerns.
• Coordinate with neighboring agencies and other emergency services.
• Maintain clear incident records and safeguard restricted information.
• Comply with confidentiality, security, and professional-conduct standards.

Skills

Typing

Radio communication

Clear communication

Geography knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

National Public Safety Careers presents Police Dispatcher opportunities in Russell, AR. Dispatchers support law enforcement by handling calls, coordinating with officers, and maintaining logs and safety updates.

Training is provided; positions may involve nights, weekends, and overtime depending on staffing. Candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent, strong typing skills, and the ability to learn local geography.