Emergency Police Dispatcher — Real-Time Communications

National Public Safety Careers; East Helena (MT); On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

National Public Safety Careers invites Police Dispatchers to support law enforcement operations by receiving requests for assistance and maintaining reliable communication with officers. The role typically combines telephone call taking, radio dispatch, and records-system duties.

You may work nights, weekends, holidays, and rotating shifts. A high school diploma is commonly required, with potential on-the-job training; strong typing, clear spoken communication, and radio relay skills are

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or recognized equivalent is commonly required.
• Entry-level vacancies may provide training.
• Access to criminal justice information systems may require security training.
• Candidates should be able to type accurately and communicate clearly by radio.

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

Clear communication

Radio communication

Geography knowledge

Education

High school diploma

Tools

CJIS access

Job description

National Public Safety Careers invites Police Dispatchers to support law enforcement operations by receiving requests for assistance and maintaining reliable communication with officers. The role typically combines telephone call taking, radio dispatch, and records-system duties.

You may work nights, weekends, holidays, and rotating shifts. A high school diploma is commonly required, with potential on-the-job training; strong typing, clear spoken communication, and radio relay skills are