Emergency Communications Specialist | Police Dispatch

National Public Safety Careers; New Salem (ND); On-site; USD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Retirement plans

Paid leave

Education resources

Job summary

National Public Safety Careers advertises police dispatcher opportunities in New Salem, North Dakota. Dispatchers receive emergency and nonemergency requests, document locations and hazards, and assign calls to officers while monitoring radio traffic and incident updates.

Requirements typically include a high school diploma and strong typing, listening, and communication skills. Training may be provided for entry-level applicants, with eligibility screening and background checks standard.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or recognized equivalent is commonly required.
• Candidates should be able to type accurately, understand spoken information, communicate clearly by radio, and learn jurisdictional geography.

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.

Skills

Typing accuracy

Communication skills

Multitasking

Radio procedures

Education

High school diploma

Job description

National Public Safety Careers advertises police dispatcher opportunities in New Salem, North Dakota. Dispatchers receive emergency and nonemergency requests, document locations and hazards, and assign calls to officers while monitoring radio traffic and incident updates.

Requirements typically include a high school diploma and strong typing, listening, and communication skills. Training may be provided for entry-level applicants, with eligibility screening and background checks standard.