Emergency Communications Specialist — Police Dispatcher

Public Safety Dispatch Network; Deckerville (MI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Retirement plans

Paid time off

Training opportunities

Job summary

Public Safety Dispatch Network seeks qualified police dispatchers in Deckerville, MI. The role involves receiving emergency and nonemergency calls, documenting locations and details, and coordinating with officers and neighboring agencies to ensure timely response and public safety.

Dispatchers work at a communications console, manage radio traffic, and operate within agency-specific procedures. A high school diploma or equivalent is required, with training provided for entry-level hires.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is commonly required; training may be provided for entry-level vacancies.
• Candidates should type accurately and communicate clearly by radio.
• Ability to understand jurisdictional geography and work with records systems.

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, radio traffic, and requests for assistance.
• Relay updates about changing incidents and potential safety concerns.
• Coordinate with neighboring agencies and other emergency services.

Skills

Typing

Radio communications

Multitasking

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

CAD systems

Records systems

Job description

Public Safety Dispatch Network seeks qualified police dispatchers in Deckerville, MI. The role involves receiving emergency and nonemergency calls, documenting locations and details, and coordinating with officers and neighboring agencies to ensure timely response and public safety.

Dispatchers work at a communications console, manage radio traffic, and operate within agency-specific procedures. A high school diploma or equivalent is required, with training provided for entry-level hires.