Public Safety Dispatcher - 24/7 Police Communications

National Public Safety Careers; St. Regis (MT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Retirement plans

Paid leave

Job summary

National Public Safety Careers recruits Police Dispatchers for Saint Regis, MT, to support law enforcement operations by receiving calls and coordinating with officers. The role involves documenting locations, vehicle details, and hazards, and assigning calls according to priority.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalent, be able to type accurately, and communicate clearly by radio. Training may be provided, and overtime or night shifts are possible depending on staffing needs.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or recognized equivalent is commonly required.
• Entry-level vacancies may provide training; experienced positions 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.
• Coordinate with neighboring agencies and other emergency services.

Skills

Typing

Communication

Geography knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

National Public Safety Careers recruits Police Dispatchers for Saint Regis, MT, to support law enforcement operations by receiving calls and coordinating with officers. The role involves documenting locations, vehicle details, and hazards, and assigning calls according to priority.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalent, be able to type accurately, and communicate clearly by radio. Training may be provided, and overtime or night shifts are possible depending on staffing needs.