Police Dispatcher: Rapid Response & Critical Communications

National Public Safety Careers; Simpsonville (KY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

National Public Safety Careers seeks Police Dispatcher candidates in Simpsonville, KY. Duties include receiving calls, documenting incidents, assigning calls to officers, and monitoring radio traffic.

Strong typing and clear radio communication are essential, along with the ability to multitask and learn jurisdictional geography. Qualifications include a high school diploma and the ability to pass background screening.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or recognized equivalent; strong typing and clear radio communication skills.
• Ability to type accurately and understand spoken information; learn jurisdiction geography.
• Background checks and security screening may be required.

Responsibilities

• Receive emergency and nonemergency requests for police assistance.
• Document incident locations, 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 potential safety concerns.
• Coordinate with neighboring agencies and maintain incident records.

Skills

Typing

Active listening

Multitasking

Radio communications

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Records systems

Job description

National Public Safety Careers seeks Police Dispatcher candidates in Simpsonville, KY. Duties include receiving calls, documenting incidents, assigning calls to officers, and monitoring radio traffic.

Strong typing and clear radio communication are essential, along with the ability to multitask and learn jurisdictional geography. Qualifications include a high school diploma and the ability to pass background screening.