Police Dispatcher: Real-Time Public Safety Operator

National Public Safety Careers; Walkerton (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Retirement plans

Paid leave

Continuing education

Job summary

National Public Safety Careers is seeking Police Dispatcher opportunities in Walkerton, VA. Dispatchers support law enforcement by handling calls, coordinating with officers, and maintaining communications across multiple systems.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma and can type accurately, understand spoken information, and communicate clearly via radio. Training may be provided; overtime and shift variations are common in this essential role.

Qualifications

• Typing accurately, understand spoken information, communicate clearly by radio, and learn jurisdictional geography.

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 accuracy

Radio/telephone dispatch

Clear communication

Geography knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

National Public Safety Careers is seeking Police Dispatcher opportunities in Walkerton, VA. Dispatchers support law enforcement by handling calls, coordinating with officers, and maintaining communications across multiple systems.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma and can type accurately, understand spoken information, and communicate clearly via radio. Training may be provided; overtime and shift variations are common in this essential role.