Emergency Communications Specialist — Police Dispatch

Regional 911 Intake Solutions; Smelterville (ID); On-site; USD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision coverage

Retirement plans

Paid leave

Job summary

Regional 911 Intake Solutions is seeking Police Dispatcher opportunities in Smelterville to support law enforcement communications. Dispatchers receive emergency and nonemergency calls, document details, and coordinate with officers to ensure timely responses.

The role involves accurate typing, clear radio communication, and knowledge of local geography, with potential night and weekend shifts as required by the agency.

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

Skills

Typing accuracy

Listening comprehension

Radio communication

Geography knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Criminal justice information systems

Job description

Regional 911 Intake Solutions is seeking Police Dispatcher opportunities in Smelterville to support law enforcement communications. Dispatchers receive emergency and nonemergency calls, document details, and coordinate with officers to ensure timely responses.

The role involves accurate typing, clear radio communication, and knowledge of local geography, with potential night and weekend shifts as required by the agency.