Emergency Police Dispatcher — 24/7 Shift Specialist

Public Safety Dispatch Network; Ivanhoe (MN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Paid leave

Education resources

Premium pay

Job summary

Public Safety Dispatch Network seeks police dispatchers for opportunities in Ivanhoe, MN. Responsibilities include handling emergency and nonemergency requests, documenting locations and equipment, and coordinating with officers and neighboring agencies. Training and background checks may apply.

Ideal candidates can type accurately, communicate clearly by radio, and learn local geography. Work may involve nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime based on staffing needs.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to type accurately and communicate clearly.
• Ability to learn jurisdictional geography and work under pressure.

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

Multitasking

Radio communication

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Records databases

CJIS access

Job description

Public Safety Dispatch Network seeks police dispatchers for opportunities in Ivanhoe, MN. Responsibilities include handling emergency and nonemergency requests, documenting locations and equipment, and coordinating with officers and neighboring agencies. Training and background checks may apply.

Ideal candidates can type accurately, communicate clearly by radio, and learn local geography. Work may involve nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime based on staffing needs.