Police Dispatcher: Emergency Communications Specialist

Regional 911 Intake Solutions; Kilkenny (MN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Retirement plans

Paid leave

Employee assistance resources

Continuing education

Job summary

Police Dispatchers in Kilkenny, MN provide critical public safety support by taking requests, coordinating with officers, and maintaining accurate incident records. The role may involve night shifts, weekends, and overtime; training and background checks are typical, with access to records systems and communications equipment.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent, and may need to complete jurisdictional training and security screening.

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

Police Dispatchers in Kilkenny, MN provide critical public safety support by taking requests, coordinating with officers, and maintaining accurate incident records. The role may involve night shifts, weekends, and overtime; training and background checks are typical, with access to records systems and communications equipment.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent, and may need to complete jurisdictional training and security screening.