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Public Safety Dispatch Network

Crosby (ND)

On-site

USD 40,000 - 65,000

Full time

32 hours ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Retirement plans

Paid leave

Continuing education

Job summary

Public Safety Dispatch Network seeks qualified police dispatch professionals to support Crosby, ND agencies from centralized operations. You will receive and process emergency and nonemergency requests, document locations and hazards, and assign calls to officers while coordinating with area agencies.

The role requires typing accuracy, multitasking, and the ability to maintain confidential incident records under varying shifts, including nights and weekends.

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent required.
Experience in police dispatch or related certifications preferred.
Background in emergency communications may be required.

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.

Skills

Multitasking

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Police Dispatcher Opportunities in Crosby

Police Dispatchers support law enforcement operations by receiving requests for assistance and maintaining reliable communication with officers. Depending on the agency, the position may combine telephone call taking, radio dispatch, and authorized records-system duties.

Dispatchers help officers understand what is happening before they arrive. Accurate locations, descriptions, safety information, and timely updates are essential parts of the work.

Position Details

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Police dispatch services may operate continuously. Employees may work nights, weekends, holidays, rotating shifts, and overtime based on staffing and operational needs.

What You May Do

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

Experience and Education Requirements

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.

General Conditions of Employment

Meet agency-specific age and employment eligibility requirements
Successfully complete the required background investigation
Pass applicable typing, listening, multitasking, or dispatch aptitude assessments
Complete additional screening when required by the employer
Maintain required dispatch and records-access qualifications
Comply with confidentiality, security, and professional-conduct standards

Work Environment and Physical Requirements

Police Dispatchers generally work at communications consoles using headsets, radios, keyboards, and multiple displays. The role requires sustained concentration and may involve calls concerning violence, threats, or traumatic events. Consult the vacancy for essential functions and accommodation information.

Benefits