Emergency Police Dispatcher — 24/7 Communications

Public Safety Dispatch Network; Aldrich (MN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Retirement plans

Paid leave

Job summary

Public Safety Dispatch Network in Aldrich, MN is seeking Police Dispatchers to handle emergency and nonemergency calls, document critical details, and coordinate with officers and neighboring agencies. Dispatchers work at communications consoles, requiring precise typing and clear radio communication.

You may be assigned nights or weekends and must complete background checks and aptitude assessments; entry may include training depending on agency needs.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; some agencies offer training for entry level vacancies.
• Accurate typing, clear radio communication, and ability to learn jurisdiction geography are essential.

Responsibilities

• Receive emergency and nonemergency requests for police assistance
• Document incident locations, suspect descriptions, vehicle details, and hazards
• Assign calls to officers according to priority and procedures
• Monitor officer status, radio traffic, and requests for assistance
• Relay updates about changing incidents and safety concerns
• Coordinate with neighboring agencies and other emergency services

Skills

Typing

Radio comms

Multitasking

Geography knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Public Safety Dispatch Network in Aldrich, MN is seeking Police Dispatchers to handle emergency and nonemergency calls, document critical details, and coordinate with officers and neighboring agencies. Dispatchers work at communications consoles, requiring precise typing and clear radio communication.

You may be assigned nights or weekends and must complete background checks and aptitude assessments; entry may include training depending on agency needs.