Emergency Dispatcher: Critical Public Safety Communications

National Public Safety Careers; Reed City (MI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Retirement plans

Paid leave

Continuing education

Job summary

National Public Safety Careers is seeking Police Dispatcher opportunities in Marion, MI. Dispatchers support law enforcement by taking calls, coordinating with officers, and maintaining precise incident records.

The role may include radio dispatch, data entry, and records-system duties, with overtime and nonstandard hours as needed. Applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalent, strong typing, clear radio communication, and the ability to learn jurisdictional geography.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or recognized equivalent required; training provided for entry levels.
• Strong typing, clear radio communication, and ability to learn jurisdictional geography.
• Must pass background checks and dispatch aptitude assessments.

Responsibilities

• Receive emergency and nonemergency requests for police assistance.
• Document incident locations, descriptions, and hazards accurately.
• Assign calls to officers based on priority and procedures.
• Monitor officer status, radio traffic, and ongoing requests.
• Relay updates on changing incidents and safety concerns.
• Coordinate with neighboring agencies and access restricted information when allowed.

Skills

Typing

Listening

Multitasking

Radio comms

Jurisdiction geography

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Records systems

Criminal justice information systems

Radio/telecom equipment

Job description

National Public Safety Careers is seeking Police Dispatcher opportunities in Marion, MI. Dispatchers support law enforcement by taking calls, coordinating with officers, and maintaining precise incident records.

The role may include radio dispatch, data entry, and records-system duties, with overtime and nonstandard hours as needed. Applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalent, strong typing, clear radio communication, and the ability to learn jurisdictional geography.