Critical Police Dispatcher & Communications Specialist

National Public Safety Careers; Bradley (SD); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental & vision

Retirement plans

Paid leave

Employee assistance

Continuing education

Premium pay

Job summary

National Public Safety Careers in Bradley, SD, is seeking a Police Dispatcher to handle emergency and nonemergency calls, document locations and details, and coordinate with officers to manage incidents.

The role requires accurate typing and clear radio communication, with potential access to sensitive information and ongoing training. Work may involve nights, weekends, and rotating shifts depending on agency needs.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; training provided for entry or specialized roles.
• Must be able to type accurately and communicate clearly by radio.
• Ability to understand spoken information and learn jurisdictional geography.
• 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, descriptions, vehicle details, and hazards.
• Assign calls to officers according to priority and procedures.
• Monitor officer status, radio traffic, and requests for assistance.
• Relay updates about changing incidents and safety concerns.
• Conduct authorized records inquiries after training.
• Coordinate with neighboring agencies and other emergency services.
• Maintain incident records and safeguard restricted information.

Skills

Typing

Clear communication

Radio communication

Geography knowledge

CJIS access

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Criminal justice information systems

Job description

National Public Safety Careers in Bradley, SD, is seeking a Police Dispatcher to handle emergency and nonemergency calls, document locations and details, and coordinate with officers to manage incidents.

The role requires accurate typing and clear radio communication, with potential access to sensitive information and ongoing training. Work may involve nights, weekends, and rotating shifts depending on agency needs.