Emergency Communications Dispatcher

National Public Safety Careers; Marshall (MN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision coverage

Retirement plans

Paid leave

Continuing education

Job summary

National Public Safety Careers seeks Police Dispatcher opportunities in Marshall, MN. Dispatchers receive emergency and nonemergency requests, document locations and descriptions, and assign calls to officers following agency procedures.

Work involves monitoring officer status, relaying updates, and coordinating with neighboring agencies. A high school diploma or equivalent is commonly required; strong typing, radio communication, and geography knowledge are essential.

Qualifications

• Typing accurately and quickly.
• Clear spoken communication and radio procedure knowledge.
• Ability to learn jurisdictional geography and use records systems.

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

Clear communication

Multitasking

Radio communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

CJIS access

Job description

National Public Safety Careers seeks Police Dispatcher opportunities in Marshall, MN. Dispatchers receive emergency and nonemergency requests, document locations and descriptions, and assign calls to officers following agency procedures.

Work involves monitoring officer status, relaying updates, and coordinating with neighboring agencies. A high school diploma or equivalent is commonly required; strong typing, radio communication, and geography knowledge are essential.