Emergency Communications Dispatcher

Public Safety Dispatch Network; Skandia Township (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Retirement plans

Paid leave

Employee-assistance resources

Continuing education

Premium pay

Job summary

Public Safety Dispatch Network in Skandia, MI seeks Police Dispatchers to support law enforcement operations by receiving requests for assistance and maintaining reliable communication with officers. Duties may include telephone call taking, radio dispatch, and records-system work.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent, the ability to type accurately, and strong listening and communication skills.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or recognized equivalent is commonly required.
• Entry-level vacancies may provide training.
• Candidates should be able to type accurately, understand spoken information, communicate clearly by radio, and learn jurisdictional geography.
• 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

Job description

Public Safety Dispatch Network in Skandia, MI seeks Police Dispatchers to support law enforcement operations by receiving requests for assistance and maintaining reliable communication with officers. Duties may include telephone call taking, radio dispatch, and records-system work.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent, the ability to type accurately, and strong listening and communication skills.