Police Dispatcher — 24/7 Emergency Communications Pro

Public Safety Dispatch Network; Chinook (MT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Public Safety Dispatch Network seeks police dispatch professionals in Chinook, MT to handle emergency and nonemergency requests, document incident details, and coordinate with officers and neighboring agencies. The role requires accurate typing, clear radio communication, and familiarity with dispatch protocols.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalent; entry-level training may be provided. CJIS access or security screenings may be required depending on the agency.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; entry-level training possible.
• Typing, listening, and radio-communication skills required; jurisdiction geography helpful.
• CJIS access may require screening and security training.

Responsibilities

• Receive emergency and nonemergency police requests.
• Document locations, descriptions, vehicles, hazards.
• Assign calls to officers per priority and procedures.
• Monitor officer status and radio traffic.
• Relay incident updates and safety concerns.
• Conduct records inquiries after training.
• Coordinate with neighboring agencies and emergency services.
• Maintain clear incident records and protect restricted information.

Skills

Typing accuracy

Clear radio communication

Spoken language comprehension

Multi-tasking

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Dispatch software

Criminal justice information systems (CJIS)

Job description

Public Safety Dispatch Network seeks police dispatch professionals in Chinook, MT to handle emergency and nonemergency requests, document incident details, and coordinate with officers and neighboring agencies. The role requires accurate typing, clear radio communication, and familiarity with dispatch protocols.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalent; entry-level training may be provided. CJIS access or security screenings may be required depending on the agency.