Emergency Communications Dispatcher

Regional 911 Intake Solutions; Timber Lake (SD); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

Retirement plans

Paid leave

Continuing education

Premium pay

Job summary

Regional 911 Intake Solutions in Timber Lake, SD is seeking a Police Dispatcher to handle emergency and nonemergency calls. You will document incidents, assign units, monitor status, and relay critical updates to officers while maintaining precise records.

Requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent, fast typing, clear radio communication, and the ability to learn local geography. Training and security screening may be required; shifts can include nights, weekends, or overtime.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; training may be provided for entry-level roles.
• Ability to type accurately and understand spoken information; effectively communicate by radio.
• Learn jurisdictional geography and maintain calm while handling calls.

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

Radio communication

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Regional 911 Intake Solutions in Timber Lake, SD is seeking a Police Dispatcher to handle emergency and nonemergency calls. You will document incidents, assign units, monitor status, and relay critical updates to officers while maintaining precise records.

Requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent, fast typing, clear radio communication, and the ability to learn local geography. Training and security screening may be required; shifts can include nights, weekends, or overtime.