Police Dispatcher: Fast-Paced Emergency Communications

Regional 911 Intake Solutions; Washington (NH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental/vision

Retirement plan

Paid leave

Education resources

Job summary

Regional 911 Intake Solutions in Washington state seeks police dispatchers to support law enforcement operations by taking emergency and nonemergency calls, prioritizing incidents, and coordinating with officers.

Dispatchers provide accurate location details, maintain radio communications, and document incidents while adhering to confidentiality and training requirements. The role may involve shift work, including nights and weekends, depending on staffing needs.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; some agencies offer training.
• Must type accurately and understand spoken information.
• Ability to communicate clearly by radio and phone.
• Knowledge of local geography and jurisdictional areas.

Responsibilities

• Receive emergency and nonemergency requests for police assistance.
• Document locations, descriptions, and hazards.
• Assign calls to officers according to priority.
• Monitor status, radio traffic, and requests for assistance.
• Coordinate with agencies and maintain incident records.
• Maintain confidentiality and follow procedures.

Skills

Typing

Radio dispatch

Multitasking

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Regional 911 Intake Solutions in Washington state seeks police dispatchers to support law enforcement operations by taking emergency and nonemergency calls, prioritizing incidents, and coordinating with officers.

Dispatchers provide accurate location details, maintain radio communications, and document incidents while adhering to confidentiality and training requirements. The role may involve shift work, including nights and weekends, depending on staffing needs.