Police Dispatcher – Fast-Paced Emergency Communications

Regional 911 Intake Solutions; Soquel (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Regional 911 Intake Solutions in Soquel, CA is seeking a Police Dispatcher to support law enforcement operations by taking requests for assistance and maintaining reliable communication with officers.

You will handle emergency and nonemergency calls, document locations and details, and coordinate with officers and neighboring agencies. The role may require night/weekend shifts and compliance with background checks.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; training provided for entry level.
• Ability to type accurately and listen actively.
• Ability to communicate clearly by radio and understand spoken information.
• Familiarity with jurisdictional geography and incident documentation.

Responsibilities

• Receive emergency and nonemergency requests for police assistance
• Document incident locations, suspect descriptions, vehicle details, and 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 safety concerns
• Coordinate with neighboring agencies and other emergency services
• Maintain incident records and safeguard restricted information

Skills

Typing

Radio communication

Multitasking

Geography knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Regional 911 Intake Solutions in Soquel, CA is seeking a Police Dispatcher to support law enforcement operations by taking requests for assistance and maintaining reliable communication with officers.

You will handle emergency and nonemergency calls, document locations and details, and coordinate with officers and neighboring agencies. The role may require night/weekend shifts and compliance with background checks.