Emergency Communications Trainee — Launch a Dispatch Career

County Emergency Communications; Cut Bank (MT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Retirement benefits

Paid leave

Employer-provided training

Job summary

County Emergency Communications seeks Dispatcher Trainee opportunities in West Glacier, MT. Trainees receive structured instruction to handle calls, document incidents, and operate dispatch systems while progressing through required training milestones.

Responsibilities and prerequisites emphasize basic computer skills, clear communication, and willingness to learn; shifts may include nights and overtime as training progresses.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or recognized equivalent is commonly required.
• Trainee positions are often intended for applicants without previous dispatch experience.
• Candidates should have basic computer skills, clear communication, accurate typing, and a willingness to receive feedback.

Responsibilities

• Learn emergency call-taking procedures and agency terminology
• Practice confirming locations and gathering essential incident details
• Develop accurate typing and computer-aided dispatch skills
• Study service-area geography, maps, and response jurisdictions
• Learn radio procedures and unit-status monitoring
• Observe and perform assigned duties under supervision
• Complete assessments, coaching sessions, and training milestones
• Learn confidentiality, security, and professional-conduct requirements

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

County Emergency Communications seeks Dispatcher Trainee opportunities in West Glacier, MT. Trainees receive structured instruction to handle calls, document incidents, and operate dispatch systems while progressing through required training milestones.

Responsibilities and prerequisites emphasize basic computer skills, clear communication, and willingness to learn; shifts may include nights and overtime as training progresses.