Emergency Police Dispatcher – 24/7 Radio & CallCenter

National Public Safety Careers; Waterville (MN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Retirement plans

Paid leave

Employee-assistance resources

Continuing education

Job summary

National Public Safety Careers in Waterville, MN seeks Police Dispatchers to support law enforcement operations by receiving requests for assistance and maintaining reliable communication with officers. You will document locations, relay updates, and coordinate with agencies to ensure safety and timely responses.

Applicants typically need a high school diploma, strong typing, clear radio communication, and familiarity with criminal justice information systems.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or recognized equivalent is commonly required.
• Entry-level vacancies may provide training, while experienced classifications may require prior police dispatch work and applicable certifications.
• Candidates should type accurately, understand spoken information, and communicate clearly by radio.
• Access to criminal justice information systems may require additional screening and security training.

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

Listening

Communication

Multitasking

Radio communication

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Criminal justice information systems

Job description

National Public Safety Careers in Waterville, MN seeks Police Dispatchers to support law enforcement operations by receiving requests for assistance and maintaining reliable communication with officers. You will document locations, relay updates, and coordinate with agencies to ensure safety and timely responses.

Applicants typically need a high school diploma, strong typing, clear radio communication, and familiarity with criminal justice information systems.