Top 28 Emergency dispatcher Jobs in Ashburn, Va

Dispatcher or Dispatcher Trainee
Department of State Police —Fairfax County, VA
- $60,549 - $87,192 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Computer literacy
- Writing skills
- English
- Opportunities for advancement
2d
ESU Overwatch (GSOC/Dispatcher) - Grave Shift
SECURITY INDUSTRY SPECIALISTS INC —Herndon, VA
- $31 an hour
- Overtime
- CPR Certification
- Customer service
- Military
- Dental insurance
- 401(k)
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SECURITY OPERATIONS SPECIALIST
Prince William County Public Schools —Prince William County, VA
- $38.61 - $61.82 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Mid-level
- In-person
2d
Dispatcher
HopeLink Behavioral Health —Oakton, VA
- $55,000 - $65,000 a year
- Full-time
- Remote
- Spanish
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- 403(b) matching
- Paid holidays
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Public Safety Communicator I
Fairfax County Government —Fairfax, VA
- $55,105.02 - $96,420.06 a year
- 12 hour shift
- 18 years or older
- High school diploma or GED
- Ability to sit for extended periods
- Paid training
- Paid holidays
POLICE DISPATCHER
Town of Herndon, VA —Herndon, VA
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
Alarm Monitor Technician-Part-Time
Omniplex World Services Corporation —Chantilly, VA
- $36 an hour
- Part-time
- 18 years or older
- Microsoft Excel
- Writing skills
Police Dispatcher I
City of Fairfax —Fairfax, VA
- $50,820 - $81,169 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Computer literacy
- High school diploma or GED
- Data entry
- On-the-job training
Communications Technician (Police Dispatcher)
Town of Leesburg —Leesburg, VA
- $55,000 - $111,791 a year
- 18 years or older
- Spanish
- English
- Health insurance
- Flexible spending account
Communications Technician Supervisor
Town of Leesburg —Leesburg, VA
- $64,942 - $124,423 a year
- Spanish
- Management
- English
- Health insurance
- Flexible spending account
Alarm Monitor Technician
Omniplex World Services Corporation —Chantilly, VA
- $36 an hour
- 18 years or older
- Microsoft Excel
- Writing skills
Communications Officer
George Mason University —Fairfax, VA
- Overtime
- Background check
- Public speaking
- Mid-level
9d
Public Safety Emergency Communications Specialist, Grade 15
Montgomery County Government —Gaithersburg, MD
- From $57,099 a year
- Overtime
- No experience needed
- High school diploma or GED
- Military encouraged
- Wellness program
- Paid parental leave
Animal Services Dispatcher (Customer Service Representative, I/II), Grade 13/16
Montgomery County Government —Derwood, MD
- $53,177 - $84,739 a year
- Overtime
- Bilingual
- Background check
- Writing skills
- Wellness program
- Paid parental leave
1d
Temporary Police Dispatcher
City of Fairfax —Fairfax, VA
- $24 an hour
- Temporary
- Computer literacy
- High school diploma or GED
- Data entry
- On-the-job training
- Flexible schedule
Emergency Communications Technician I
The City of Falls Church Virginia —Falls Church, VA
- From $57,500 a year
- Overtime
- Pass drug screening
- High school diploma or GED
- Organizational skills
- Free parking
- Paid holidays
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Emergency Services Specialist
American Chemistry Coun —Falls Church, VA
- $63,000 - $75,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Microsoft Outlook
- Mid-level
- Travel
- Profit sharing
- Health insurance
Quick Apply
Security Analyst - Dedicated GSOC
Global Guardian —McLean, VA
- $60,000 - $65,000 a year
- Full-time
- Computer literacy
- Mid-level
- 3 years
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Watchstander / Dispatcher CNIC (Italy) - Secret Clearance
Tenica and Associates LLC —Chantilly, VA
- $60,000 a year
- 12 hour shift
- Military
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
9d
Medical Emergency Dispatcher (Floating Shifts)
LaunchTech —Bethesda, MD
- Part-time
- Military
- Computer literacy
- Mid-level
- Health insurance
- Paid time off

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Dispatcher or Dispatcher Trainee

Department of State Police -
Fairfax County, VA

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Job Details

Full-time
$60,549 - $87,192 a year
2 days ago

Benefits

Opportunities for advancement

Qualifications

Computer operation
Customer communication
Writing skills
Copy machines
English
High school diploma or GED
Records management
Fax machines
Desktop applications
Data entry
Dispatch record maintenance
Productivity software
Faxing
Customer service problem-solving

Full Job Description

5109458

Fairfax County, Virginia, United States

Department of State Police

Public Safety

Full-Time (Salaried)

Closing at: Aug 20 2026 - 23:55 EDT

Department of State Police

Title: Dispatcher or Dispatcher Trainee DSP02963, DSP03010

State Role Title: Emergency Coordinator I

Hiring Range: Dispatcher Trainees will start at $60,549. $66,604 to $87,192 for Dispatchers and salary is Negotiable and Commensurate with Experience.

Pay Band: 3 or 4

Agency: Department of State Police

Location: Fairfax, Virginia

Agency Website: vsp.virginia.gov

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

Candidates with prior dispatching training and experience may be hired as a Dispatcher (Emergency Coordinator II), and the salary offered will be commensurate with experience.

Candidates with limited experience are hired as a Dispatcher Trainee (Emergency Coordinator I - pay-band 3, $60,549). After satisfactory completion of the Dispatcher Trainee Training Curriculum, employees will progress to a Dispatcher (Emergency Coordinator II - pay-band 4) and will receive a 10% salary increase.

Experienced candidates who are not placed in a trainee status are not eligible for the 10% salary increase.

About the Position:

The Virginia State Police (VSP) is seeking to hire a Dispatcher or Dispatcher Trainee at the Division VII Headquarters in Fairfax, Virginia. The job duties for this position include but are not limited to:

Performing work within a specific geographical area by sending and receiving information and by sending emergency assistance or service equipment as required assisting law enforcement personnel or the public.
Aiding law enforcement personnel, emergency personnel, the public, and the media.
Operating a variety of equipment.
Maintaining various logs and records of activities.
Accessing information through several systems including Computer Aided Dispatch (CAD), Virginia Criminal Information Network (VCIN), National Crime Information Center (NCIC), National Law Enforcement Telecommunications System (NLETS) and other databases.
May work rotating shifts and is considered essential personnel.

About the Agency:

At the Virginia State Police, we are more than just a law enforcement organization — we’re a united team of problem‑solvers, protectors, and public servants shaping the future of the Commonwealth. Every role here strengthens our mission to preserve life, protect the vulnerable, and enhance safety while upholding civil liberties throughout Virginia.

When you join VSP, your skills create real impact across every community we serve. Our culture is built on being selfless, engaged, and aware, and we succeed through timely, purposeful action; clear communication; personal accountability; and continuous improvement — together.

We prioritize the readiness and well‑being of all our people, entrusting decision‑making to those closest to the challenge and supporting one another with kind, direct feedback that helps us grow. At VSP, you will find meaningful work, real opportunities for advancement, and a supportive culture grounded in service, purpose, and the belief that we are One Mission. One Team. One VSP.

If you’re ready to make a difference and be part of something larger than yourself, your next career starts here.

Minimum Qualifications

Knowledge of:

Operating standard office equipment such as fax and copy machines.

Skill in:

Operating computers.
Using Microsoft Office software applications.
Data entry.
Problem solving.
Customer service.

Ability to:

Effectively communicate with the public.
Work in a high pressure, high stress environment.
Exercise resourcefulness and sound judgement under stress and multitask.
Manage complaints/compliments, directing to appropriate supervision.
Enter/record information into automated systems and keep records and logs updated.
Communicate effectively orally and in writing in English.
Be flexible, work effectively independently and as a member of a team.
Work holidays, weekends and rotating shifts.
Successfully complete required training within six (6) months from hire.
Must be able to become Virginia Criminal Information Network (VCIN) certified which requires either United States citizenship or a lawful permanent resident of the United States and eligible for naturalization.
May work rotating shifts and is considered essential personnel.
Graduation from high school or equivalent.

Additional Considerations

N/A

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.

Elements of the selection process include the screening of application(s); the interviewing of qualified candidate(s), to include pre-employment testing, a presentation and/or a work sample, if applicable; salary negotiation(s) if applicable; a background investigation; and a medical evaluation if applicable. The anticipated duration of the pre-employment process is determined by the successful completion of the above items.

Applications, cover letters and/or resumes shall only be accepted on-line through the PageUp recruitment management system at https://jobs.virginia.gov and must be received by 11:55 P. M. on August 20, 2026. Please limit resumes to four pages and cover letters to one page. Any additional attachments received in excess of this will not be considered.

PageUp provides confirmation of receipt of your application, resume and/or cover letter submitted successfully. Please refer to your PageUp account to check the status of your application for this position. For questions, please contact the Talent Acquisition & Employee Relations Section of the Human Resources Division at [email protected].

It is the policy of the Department of State Police (the Department) that all aspects of human resource management be conducted without regard to race (or traits historically associated with race including hair texture, hair type, and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists); sex; color; national origin; religion; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; age; veteran status; political affiliation; disability; genetic information; and pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions.

This policy shall be adhered to in all aspects of Departmental employment practices. It does not permit the lowering of bona fide job requirements, performance criteria, or qualifications to give preference to any state employee or applicant for state employment based on the above prohibitions.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS ARE AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.

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emergency dispatcher jobs in ashburn, va

Dispatcher or Dispatcher Trainee

ESU Overwatch (GSOC/Dispatcher) - Grave Shift

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Dispatcher

Public Safety Communicator I

POLICE DISPATCHER

Alarm Monitor Technician-Part-Time

Police Dispatcher I

Communications Technician (Police Dispatcher)

Communications Technician Supervisor

Alarm Monitor Technician

Communications Officer

Public Safety Emergency Communications Specialist, Grade 15

Animal Services Dispatcher (Customer Service Representative, I/II), Grade 13/16

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