Police Dispatcher: Rapid Emergency Communication & Support

National Public Safety Careers; Stryker (MT); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Retirement plans

Paid leave

Job summary

National Public Safety Careers seeks Police Dispatchers for Lincoln, MT. You will receive emergency and nonemergency requests, document details, and coordinate with officers and agencies to ensure timely response.

Training is provided for entry-level candidates and background checks are required. The role involves monitoring radio traffic, relaying updates, and maintaining precise incident records in a high-pressure environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; training may be provided for entry-level vacancies.
• Must type accurately and communicate clearly by radio.
• Ability to understand spoken information and learn jurisdictional geography.
• Pass background checks and related assessments as required by the agency.

Responsibilities

• Receive emergency and nonemergency requests for police assistance.
• Document incident locations, vehicle details, and hazards.
• Assign calls to officers according to 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 emergency services.
• Maintain incident records and safeguard restricted information.

Skills

Typing accurately

Multitasking

Radio communication

Jurisdiction geography knowledge

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Criminal justice information systems

Job description

National Public Safety Careers seeks Police Dispatchers for Lincoln, MT. You will receive emergency and nonemergency requests, document details, and coordinate with officers and agencies to ensure timely response.

Training is provided for entry-level candidates and background checks are required. The role involves monitoring radio traffic, relaying updates, and maintaining precise incident records in a high-pressure environment.