Police Dispatch & Communications Specialist

Regional 911 Intake Solutions; Hysham (MT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Retirement plans

Paid leave

Education opportunities

Job summary

Regional 911 Intake Solutions in Hysham, MT is seeking Police Dispatchers to receive calls, manage radio communications, and coordinate with officers.

You will document incident details, monitor status, relay updates, and perform limited records inquiries after training. Applicants should have a high school diploma, be able to type accurately, and be prepared for varied shifts including nights and weekends.

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.

Job description

Regional 911 Intake Solutions in Hysham, MT is seeking Police Dispatchers to receive calls, manage radio communications, and coordinate with officers.

You will document incident details, monitor status, relay updates, and perform limited records inquiries after training. Applicants should have a high school diploma, be able to type accurately, and be prepared for varied shifts including nights and weekends.