Tacoma Emergency Communications Dispatcher

Regional 911 Intake Solutions; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Regional 911 Intake Solutions in Tacoma offers Police Dispatcher opportunities. Dispatchers receive requests for assistance, maintain reliable communication with officers, and may perform call taking, radio dispatch, and records duties depending on the agency.

Applicants should have a high school diploma, be able to type accurately, and handle routine multitasking; overtime and night shifts may be required.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or recognized equivalent is required.
• Entry-level vacancies may include training; experienced roles may require prior police dispatch experience and certifications.
• Candidates must type accurately, understand spoken information, and communicate clearly by radio.
• Access to criminal justice 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

Radio communication

Multitasking

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Dispatch software

Job description

Regional 911 Intake Solutions in Tacoma offers Police Dispatcher opportunities. Dispatchers receive requests for assistance, maintain reliable communication with officers, and may perform call taking, radio dispatch, and records duties depending on the agency.

Applicants should have a high school diploma, be able to type accurately, and handle routine multitasking; overtime and night shifts may be required.