Emergency Communications Dispatcher — Public Safety Impact

National Public Safety Careers; Central Lake (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Retirement plans

Paid leave

Job summary

National Public Safety Careers is seeking Police Dispatchers for Central Lake, Michigan. Dispatchers handle emergency and nonemergency requests, document locations and hazards, and assign calls to officers following agency procedures.

The role requires good radio communication, accurate data entry, and knowledge of jurisdictional geography. Work involves watching for safety concerns and coordinating with neighboring agencies, with prospects across multiple shifts and overtime as needed.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or recognized equivalent is commonly required.

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

National Public Safety Careers is seeking Police Dispatchers for Central Lake, Michigan. Dispatchers handle emergency and nonemergency requests, document locations and hazards, and assign calls to officers following agency procedures.

The role requires good radio communication, accurate data entry, and knowledge of jurisdictional geography. Work involves watching for safety concerns and coordinating with neighboring agencies, with prospects across multiple shifts and overtime as needed.