Police Dispatcher: Emergency Communications Specialist

Public Safety Dispatch Network; McAllister (MT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Retirement plans

Paid leave

Job summary

Public Safety Dispatch Network is seeking police dispatchers to support law enforcement operations from a dedicated communications center. Dispatchers receive requests for assistance, document vital details, and coordinate with officers via radio and phone while maintaining accurate incident records.

The role may involve night or rotating shifts, with benefits varying by agency. A high school diploma is typically required, and candidates should be able to type accurately, understand spoken

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent commonly required.
• Typing speed and accuracy, clear radio communication.
• Ability to learn jurisdictional geography and pass background checks.

Responsibilities

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

Job description

Public Safety Dispatch Network is seeking police dispatchers to support law enforcement operations from a dedicated communications center. Dispatchers receive requests for assistance, document vital details, and coordinate with officers via radio and phone while maintaining accurate incident records.

The role may involve night or rotating shifts, with benefits varying by agency. A high school diploma is typically required, and candidates should be able to type accurately, understand spoken