Police Dispatcher: Fast-Response Communications

Regional 911 Intake Solutions; Union City (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Retirement plans

Paid leave

Job summary

Regional 911 Intake Solutions seeks police dispatchers to support law enforcement operations in Union City, TN. The role involves receiving calls, documenting locations, coordinating with officers, and maintaining radio discipline and records.

Dispatchers may work nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime depending on staffing. Candidates should have a high school diploma and strong typing, listening, and geographic skills; training is provided where needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or recognized equivalent is commonly required; entry-level vacancies may provide training.
• Candidates should type accurately, understand spoken information, and communicate clearly by radio.
• Access to law enforcement 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 skills

Clear radio communication

Multitasking

Geographic knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Job description

Regional 911 Intake Solutions seeks police dispatchers to support law enforcement operations in Union City, TN. The role involves receiving calls, documenting locations, coordinating with officers, and maintaining radio discipline and records.

Dispatchers may work nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime depending on staffing. Candidates should have a high school diploma and strong typing, listening, and geographic skills; training is provided where needed.