Police Dispatcher – Essential Emergency Communications Pro

National Public Safety Careers; Prairieville (LA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Retirement plans

Paid leave and education resources

Job summary

National Public Safety Careers seeks Police Dispatcher candidates for a Prairieville, LA posting. Dispatchers receive emergency and nonemergency requests, document locations and details, and assign calls to officers while maintaining radio discipline and situational awareness.

The role emphasizes accurate typing, clear radio communication, and understanding local geography, with screening and potential training for CJIS access. On-site work and shift variability may apply.

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.
• Maintain clear incident records and safeguard restricted information.

Skills

Typing proficiency

Radio communication

Multitasking

Geography knowledge

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

National Public Safety Careers seeks Police Dispatcher candidates for a Prairieville, LA posting. Dispatchers receive emergency and nonemergency requests, document locations and details, and assign calls to officers while maintaining radio discipline and situational awareness.

The role emphasizes accurate typing, clear radio communication, and understanding local geography, with screening and potential training for CJIS access. On-site work and shift variability may apply.