Emergency Police Dispatcher: Real-Time Incident Coordinator

National Public Safety Careers; Starkweather (ND); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

National Public Safety Careers is seeking Police Dispatchers for Starkweather, ND. The role supports law enforcement operations by taking calls, dispatching officers, and maintaining communications across radio and records systems.

Work may include nights, weekends, holidays, and rotating shifts depending on staffing needs. Applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalent, be able to type accurately, listen well, and communicate clearly by radio.

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 be able to type accurately, understand spoken information, communicate clearly by radio, and learn jurisdictional geography.

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

Communication

Multitasking

Radio procedures

Geography knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Criminal justice information systems

Job description

National Public Safety Careers is seeking Police Dispatchers for Starkweather, ND. The role supports law enforcement operations by taking calls, dispatching officers, and maintaining communications across radio and records systems.

Work may include nights, weekends, holidays, and rotating shifts depending on staffing needs. Applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalent, be able to type accurately, listen well, and communicate clearly by radio.