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GoLawEnforcement.com

9-1-1 Dispatcher

Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed

Pay: $22.17/hr

Posted: 3 weeks ago

Location: Polson, MT (Onsite)

Last Updated: 3 weeks ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 9/23/2026

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A Dispatcher answers emergency calls and relays information from callers to the appropriate police, fire or ambulance staff. Speaks calmly with callers to get the information needed for emergency personnel. Keeps detailed records of calls and responses.

$52,023 / year median in Montana

+7% projected growth

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Job Description

9-1-1

Dispatcher Job Type:

Full Time Polson, MT Lake County Sheriff's Office Salary:

$22.17/hour

Position Summary:

Join a vibrant and energized group of highly trained professionals who are dedicated to making a positive difference within Lake County. We pride ourselves on the level of dedication our team brings to the table and we want you to be a part of it! If you want to make a difference in your community, then let us help you make that dream into a career of a lifetime! We are a driven organization and our team leverages technology to connect directly with law enforcement, firefighters, search and rescue teams, and members of the public. A 911 Dispatcher's job is much more than answering 911 calls and includes supporting responses with multiple agencies. Lake County is the ninth most populated county in Montana. The County is known for its beautiful scenery, amazing mountain ranges, endless outdoor activities, and the largest freshwater lake west of the Mississippi, Flathead Lake. 9-1-1 Dispatch is a rewarding career where our team has opportunities to make lasting differences in people's lives every day. Lake County 911 Dispatch is a 911 communications center providing Law Enforcement, Fire & EMS services to the community and first responders. We are hiring 911 Emergency Dispatchers to work all shifts within our centers.

Requirements:

A High School Diploma or Equivalent (GED) Ability to sit for long periods of time Ability to gather information from several sources at once and accurately disseminate that information to responders Must pass a criminal background check Must pass a typing test Positive attitude and ability to work through rapidly unfolding situations Desire to assist Law Enforcement, Fire, Search and Rescue, and other agencies as well as members of the public Desire to work with modern technology with a focus on providing a fantastic customer experience Additional testing prior to interview will be mandatory through the Lake County Job Service https://lakemt.applicantpro.com/jobs/4070976 Get More Information/Apply View All Jobs Prep for Exam