Emergency Police Dispatcher — Critical Communications Specialist

Public Safety Dispatch Network; Keystone (SD); Vor Ort; USD 40.000 - 65.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Retirement plans

Paid leave and education resources

Zusammenfassung

Public Safety Dispatch Network in Keystone, SD seeks Police Dispatcher to handle emergency and nonemergency calls, document details, assign calls to officers, and monitor radio traffic. The role supports law enforcement with timely updates and coordinated responses from a centralized dispatch console.

Typical duties include recording locations, vehicle details, and hazards; maintaining incident records; and coordinating with neighboring agencies.

Qualifikationen

• A high school diploma or recognized equivalent is commonly required.
• Entry-level vacancies may provide training; experienced roles may require prior police dispatch work and certifications.
• Typing accurately, understanding spoken information, radio communication, and learning jurisdiction geography are essential.
• Access to CJIS may require additional screening and security training.

Aufgaben

• 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 training.
• Coordinate with neighboring agencies and other emergency services.
• Maintain clear incident records and safeguard restricted information.

Kenntnisse

Typing

Clear communication

Radio communication

Geography knowledge

Multitasking

Ausbildung

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Criminal justice information systems

Jobbeschreibung

Public Safety Dispatch Network in Keystone, SD seeks Police Dispatcher to handle emergency and nonemergency calls, document details, assign calls to officers, and monitor radio traffic. The role supports law enforcement with timely updates and coordinated responses from a centralized dispatch console.

Typical duties include recording locations, vehicle details, and hazards; maintaining incident records; and coordinating with neighboring agencies.