Public Safety Dispatcher: Emergency Communications

National Public Safety Careers; Derby (KS); Sur place; USD 42 000 - 54 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision coverage

Retirement plans

Paid leave

Employee assistance resources

Continuing education

Résumé du poste

National Public Safety Careers seeks Police Dispatchers for Derby, KS to support law enforcement by taking calls, dispatching officers, and maintaining records.

This role requires accuracy, quick decision-making, ability to type, understand spoken information, and familiarity with jurisdiction geography. Access to criminal justice information systems may require screening.

Shift work may include nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime; training is provided and benefits vary by agency.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or recognized equivalent is commonly required. Entry-level vacancies may provide training, while experienced classifications may require prior police dispatch work and applicable certifications.
• Candidates should be able to type accurately, understand spoken information, communicate clearly by radio, and learn jurisdictional geography. Access to criminal justice information systems may require additional screening and security training.

Responsabilités

• 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

Connaissances

Typing

Communication

Geography knowledge

Formation

High school diploma or equivalent

Description du poste

National Public Safety Careers seeks Police Dispatchers for Derby, KS to support law enforcement by taking calls, dispatching officers, and maintaining records.

This role requires accuracy, quick decision-making, ability to type, understand spoken information, and familiarity with jurisdiction geography. Access to criminal justice information systems may require screening.

Shift work may include nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime; training is provided and benefits vary by agency.