Police Dispatcher: Critical Emergency Communications

Public Safety Dispatch Network; North Dakota; On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Public Safety Dispatch Network seeks Police Dispatchers to support law enforcement by taking calls, coordinating radio traffic, and handling records-system duties at a Tokio, ND assignment.

You'll document incident details, relay updates to officers, and coordinate with neighboring agencies. A high school diploma or equivalent is commonly required, with training provided for entry-level roles and potential certifications for advancement.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent commonly required.
• Ability to type accurately and understand spoken information.
• Clear radio communication and jurisdiction geography knowledge.
• Access to CJIS may require additional screening.

Responsibilities

• Receive emergency and nonemergency requests for police assistance.
• Document incident locations, descriptions, vehicle details, and hazards.
• Assign calls to officers based on priority and procedures.
• Monitor officer status, radio traffic, and requests for assistance.
• Relay updates about changing incidents and safety concerns.
• Coordinate with neighboring agencies and other services.
• Maintain incident records and safeguard restricted information.

Skills

Typing accuracy

Radio comms

Incident documentation

Multitasking

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Criminal justice information systems

Job description

Public Safety Dispatch Network seeks Police Dispatchers to support law enforcement by taking calls, coordinating radio traffic, and handling records-system duties at a Tokio, ND assignment.

You'll document incident details, relay updates to officers, and coordinate with neighboring agencies. A high school diploma or equivalent is commonly required, with training provided for entry-level roles and potential certifications for advancement.