24/7 Police Dispatcher – Critical Emergency Communications

Public Safety Dispatch Network; Savage (MN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Retirement plans

Paid leave

Employee-assistance resources

Continuing education

Premium pay

Job summary

Public Safety Dispatch Network seeks Police Dispatcher opportunities to support law enforcement operations. Dispatchers receive calls, relay critical information, and coordinate with officers across incidents in MC Coll region.

Role involves documenting locations, suspect descriptions, vehicle details, and safety hazards, while maintaining accurate records and ensuring confidentiality and security protocols within the agency’s guidelines.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or recognized equivalent is commonly required.
• Entry-level vacancies may provide training.
• 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.
• 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

Listening

Multitasking

Dispatch aptitude

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Public Safety Dispatch Network seeks Police Dispatcher opportunities to support law enforcement operations. Dispatchers receive calls, relay critical information, and coordinate with officers across incidents in MC Coll region.

Role involves documenting locations, suspect descriptions, vehicle details, and safety hazards, while maintaining accurate records and ensuring confidentiality and security protocols within the agency’s guidelines.