Dispatcher

State Role Title: Police Dispatcher

Hiring Range: Salary Range: $41,400 - $66,500

Pay Band: 3

Agency: Dept of Wildlife Resources

Location: Dept of Wildlife Resources

Agency Website: https://dwr.virginia.gov/

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

Note: This is a Restricted Position with annual funding for five years from the date of hire. The position eligibility may be extended if additional funding is granted beyond that time frame, but this isn’t guaranteed.

This role serves as a Law Enforcement Telecommunications Officer, responsible for receiving and dispatching both routine and emergency calls for service. The position supports agency staff, emergency responders, and the public, acting as a critical link between community members and sworn officers who enforce boating, fishing, hunting, and wildlife regulations across the Commonwealth.

This role works a combination of 10–12-hour rotating shifts with every other weekend off and is designated as essential personnel. Duties include operating multiple communication systems, maintaining accurate logs and records, and accessing information through CAD, VCIN, NCIC, NLETS, and various internal and external databases.

Successful candidates are expected to uphold strong internal controls by recognizing and reporting risks, ensuring accuracy of data and reports, safeguarding departmental assets, supporting efficient operations, and following all applicable laws, regulations, and policies.

Minimum Qualifications

• Knowledge of office procedures, customer service practices, and effective listening and communication skills.
• Experience in customer service, telecommunications, public safety operations center, call centers, or public inquiry response preferred.
• Proficiency with computers and software such as Word, Excel, and Access for data entry, retrieval, and reporting.
• Ability to operate communications and office equipment and accurately read maps and spatial data.
• Ability to multitask, act quickly, stay calm under pressure, and use sound judgment in emergencies.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, follow policies and SOPs, and maintain precise records and logs.

Additional Considerations

Candidates must be 18 years of age at the time of hire.

Candidates must successfully complete pre-employment background, including fingerprinting.

Must complete necessary dispatcher training, including agency training, on-the-job training within 1 year, obtain VCIN/NCIC Full Access Certification during OJT, and attend DCJS Basic Dispatcher School within 2 years.

Current VCIN/NCIC certification, and DCJS Basic Dispatcher Training Certification preferred.

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

To be considered for a position with DWR, you must complete and submit a State application. Applicants who submit an incomplete application or an application without an attached resume will not be considered eligible for an interview.

DWR is an equal opportunity employer who values diversity in the workforce. All qualified applicants are afforded equal opportunities without regard to race, sex, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, political affiliation, genetics, or disability.

Reasonable accommodations are available to applicants with disabilities, if requested during the application and/or interview process. If accommodations are needed with, the application and/or interview, please contact Human Resources Office at 804-367-0243.

Contact Information

Name: Marlo Gibson

Phone: 804-367-0243

Email: careers@dwr.virginia.gov