State Police Dispatcher - North

State Police Dispatcher - North at Idaho Division of Human Resources in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho, United States Job Description Idaho State Police Dispatcher, rarely seen but always heard. After successful completion of probation (approximately six months), dispatchers are eligible for pay increases via the

ISP CHOICE

Program.

Lateral Hires:

Lateral transfers from other agencies need to apply under this announcement. Current Law Enforcement Dispatchers with at least three years of dispatch experience may be eligible for a higher entry salary.

PLEASE NOTE

The successful applicant will be required to complete a background investigation and polygraph examination, which includes drug screening. Please review the ISP Drug Policy and ISP Grooming and Appearance Standards here (https://isp.idaho.gov/careers/qualifications-2/) . All Regional Communications Officer Positions require shift work. This includes a requirement to work weekends, holidays, and nights on a rotating basis. The Regional Communications Center is required to be staffed 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. This will require overtime to ensure all shifts are staffed. Benefits + Holiday Pay + Shift Differential + Overtime (accrued and potentially paid out) + Vacation and Sick leave accruals + Competitive medical, vision and dental benefits + PERSI Retirement under Rule of 80 with additional options of 401K / 457 + Life insurance Work with a variety of State and Federal agencies + Idaho State Police + Idaho Fish and Game + Idaho Transportation Department + Bureau of Land Management + Probation and Parole + Forest Service

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES

+ Operate a multi-channel radio with multiple frequencies and related equipment to receive messages and relay information between state police and emergency personnel to accident and crime scenes + Obtain information about incidents and determine action to take + Dispatch necessary personnel using radio or telephone + Verify location and status of officers to ensure their safety + Direct emergency vehicles to ensure effective handling of emergency situations + Coordinate incidents through to completion + Complete and file information such as wrecker lists and radio, telephone, and teletype logs by using or operating a computer-aided dispatch (CAD) system + Enter, access, and update information concerning individuals, vehicles, and articles through the National Crime Information Center and Idaho/National Law Enforcement Telecommunications computer systems + Responsible for decision making/problem solving while mai

Job Posting:

JC291244200

Posted On:

May 01, 2026

Updated On:

May 01, 2026