Emergency Communications Dispatcher

National Public Safety Careers; Hale (MI); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

National Public Safety Careers is seeking qualified Police Dispatchers for Hale, MI. You will handle emergency and nonemergency calls, document locations and hazards, and coordinate with officers using radio and dispatch systems.

The position emphasizes accurate typing, clear radio communication, and learning jurisdiction geography. Applicants should be prepared for background checks and agency security screenings as part of employment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Ability to type accurately and understand spoken information.
• Clear radio communications and knowledge of jurisdiction geography.

Responsibilities

• Receive emergency and nonemergency requests for police assistance.
• Document incident locations, descriptions, vehicle details, and hazards.
• Assign calls to officers according to priority and procedures.
• Monitor officer status and radio traffic for timely updates.
• Relay incident updates and potential safety concerns.
• Coordinate with neighboring agencies and other services.
• Maintain clear incident records and safeguard restricted information.

Skills

Typing accuracy

Radio communication

Listening skills

Geography knowledge

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Records management systems

Job description

National Public Safety Careers is seeking qualified Police Dispatchers for Hale, MI. You will handle emergency and nonemergency calls, document locations and hazards, and coordinate with officers using radio and dispatch systems.

The position emphasizes accurate typing, clear radio communication, and learning jurisdiction geography. Applicants should be prepared for background checks and agency security screenings as part of employment.