24/7 Police Dispatcher – Critical Support & Communications

National Public Safety Careers; Buchanan Township (MI); On-site; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Retirement Plans

Paid Leave

Employee Assistance Resources

Continuing Education

Job summary

National Public Safety Careers is seeking Police Dispatcher candidates for Buchanan, MI. Dispatchers handle emergency and nonemergency requests, document locations and details, and assign calls to officers while monitoring radios and incidents.

Role requires accurate typing, clear radio communication, and geography knowledge. Training may be provided, with potential security screenings and background checks as part of employment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or recognized equivalent is commonly required.
• Ability to type accurately and understand spoken information.
• Clear radio communication and learning jurisdictional geography may be needed.
• Access to criminal justice information systems may require additional screening and security training.

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

Typing

Radio communication

Multitasking

Geography knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

National Public Safety Careers is seeking Police Dispatcher candidates for Buchanan, MI. Dispatchers handle emergency and nonemergency requests, document locations and details, and assign calls to officers while monitoring radios and incidents.

Role requires accurate typing, clear radio communication, and geography knowledge. Training may be provided, with potential security screenings and background checks as part of employment.