Emergency Police Dispatcher & Incident Coordinator

National Public Safety Careers; Watson (MN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

National Public Safety Careers is seeking Police Dispatchers for Watson, MN. This role involves receiving emergency and nonemergency calls, documenting details, and coordinating with officers and agencies to ensure safety and rapid response.

Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma or equivalent, typing proficiency, clear radio communication skills, and a basic understanding of local geography. Training may be provided; experience with criminal justice systems can be a plus.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or recognized equivalent is commonly required.
• Entry-level vacancies may provide training; experienced classifications may require prior police dispatch work and applicable certifications.
• Candidates should be able to type accurately, understand spoken information, communicate clearly by radio, and learn jurisdictional geography.
• 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

Radio communication

Multitasking

Geography knowledge

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Criminal justice information systems

Job description

National Public Safety Careers is seeking Police Dispatchers for Watson, MN. This role involves receiving emergency and nonemergency calls, documenting details, and coordinating with officers and agencies to ensure safety and rapid response.

Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma or equivalent, typing proficiency, clear radio communication skills, and a basic understanding of local geography. Training may be provided; experience with criminal justice systems can be a plus.