Public Safety Dispatcher — Critical Communications

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

Job summary

National Public Safety Careers is seeking Police Dispatchers for the Paia, Hawaii area. Dispatchers receive emergency and nonemergency requests, document locations and hazards, and assign calls to officers according to priority.

The role requires accurate typing, clear radio communication, and the ability to multitask in a dynamic environment. Work involves monitoring officer status and relaying updates, coordinating with neighboring agencies, and maintaining confidential incident records.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or recognized equivalent commonly required.
• Ability to type accurately, understand spoken information, and communicate clearly by radio.

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

Radio communication

Multitasking

Clear communication

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

National Public Safety Careers is seeking Police Dispatchers for the Paia, Hawaii area. Dispatchers receive emergency and nonemergency requests, document locations and hazards, and assign calls to officers according to priority.

The role requires accurate typing, clear radio communication, and the ability to multitask in a dynamic environment. Work involves monitoring officer status and relaying updates, coordinating with neighboring agencies, and maintaining confidential incident records.