Emergency Police Dispatcher — 24/7 Ops & Critical Comm

Public Safety Dispatch Network; Arlington (MN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Retirement plans

Paid leave

Job summary

Public Safety Dispatch Network in Arlington, MN seeks Police Dispatchers to receive emergency and nonemergency requests, document locations and details, and coordinate with officers. You will operate at consoles, use radios, and access computer systems to support critical incidents and safety efforts.

A high school diploma is commonly required; candidates should type accurately, listen well, and multitask under pressure. Training may be provided, and CJIS tools access may require screening.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or equivalent is commonly required.
• Typing, listening, and multitasking are essential.
• Experience with dispatch aptitude tests is a plus.

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
• Conduct authorized records inquiries after training
• Coordinate with neighboring agencies and other emergency services
• Maintain clear incident records and safeguard restricted information

Skills

Typing

Listening

Multitasking

Radio communication

Education

High school diploma

Tools

CJIS access

Job description

Public Safety Dispatch Network in Arlington, MN seeks Police Dispatchers to receive emergency and nonemergency requests, document locations and details, and coordinate with officers. You will operate at consoles, use radios, and access computer systems to support critical incidents and safety efforts.

A high school diploma is commonly required; candidates should type accurately, listen well, and multitask under pressure. Training may be provided, and CJIS tools access may require screening.