Critical Police Dispatch Specialist

Public Safety Dispatch Network; Fort William Henry Harrison (MT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Public Safety Dispatch Network seeks Police Dispatcher candidates to support law enforcement operations in Fort Harrison, MT. Dispatchers receive emergency and nonemergency requests, document locations and hazards, and assign calls to officers while monitoring status and radio traffic.

Ideal candidates may have a high school diploma or equivalent, with strong typing, listening, and radio communication skills, and the ability to learn jurisdictional geography.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or recognized equivalent is commonly required.
• Typing, listening, multitasking, and clear radio communication skills.

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 training.
• Coordinate with neighboring agencies and other emergency services.
• Maintain clear incident records and safeguard restricted information.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Public Safety Dispatch Network seeks Police Dispatcher candidates to support law enforcement operations in Fort Harrison, MT. Dispatchers receive emergency and nonemergency requests, document locations and hazards, and assign calls to officers while monitoring status and radio traffic.

Ideal candidates may have a high school diploma or equivalent, with strong typing, listening, and radio communication skills, and the ability to learn jurisdictional geography.