Police Dispatcher – Emergency Communications Specialist

National Public Safety Careers; Scotia (NE); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Retirement plans

Paid leave

Employee assistance resources

Continuing education

Job summary

National Public Safety Careers is seeking qualified Police Dispatchers for Scotia, NE. The role involves receiving emergency and nonemergency requests, documenting locations and details, assigning calls, monitoring radio traffic, and coordinating with officers.

A high school diploma or equivalent is commonly required. Training is available for entry-level candidates, with potential certifications for experienced roles and access to criminal justice information systems.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or recognized equivalent is commonly required.
• Entry-level vacancies may provide training, while experienced classifications may require prior police dispatch work and applicable certifications.
• Candidates should be able to type accurately, understand spoken information, communicate clearly by radio, and learn jurisdictional geography.
• Access to criminal justice information systems may require additional screening and security training.

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

Communication

Radio communication

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

National Public Safety Careers is seeking qualified Police Dispatchers for Scotia, NE. The role involves receiving emergency and nonemergency requests, documenting locations and details, assigning calls, monitoring radio traffic, and coordinating with officers.

A high school diploma or equivalent is commonly required. Training is available for entry-level candidates, with potential certifications for experienced roles and access to criminal justice information systems.