Emergency Dispatcher: Save Lives, Fast-Paced Public Service

City of Royal Oak, MI; Royal Oak (MI); On-site; USD 64,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Vision & dental

Retirement plan

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

City of Royal Oak, MI is seeking a dedicated 911 Dispatcher to handle emergency calls, coordinate police, fire and other services, and operate LEIN/CLEMIS terminals. You will manage radio communications and maintain critical logs at Police Headquarters, supporting non-criminal administrative tasks.

Required are a high school diploma and Michigan driver's license, with preference for those with dispatcher experience. The role offers full-time hours and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• A valid Michigan driver's license
• Special consideration for Police/Fire dispatcher experience

Responsibilities

• Receive incoming 911 calls and dispatch emergency services.
• Operate police radio and computer terminals.
• Process incident and arrest reports.
• Perform LEIN/CLEMIS checks as requested.
• Maintain prisoner processing records and related duties.
• Enforce parking ordinances and issue tickets.

Skills

Dispatch software

Public communication

Geography knowledge

Report writing

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

LEIN/CLEMIS terminals

Radio equipment

Computer terminal

Job description

City of Royal Oak, MI is seeking a dedicated 911 Dispatcher to handle emergency calls, coordinate police, fire and other services, and operate LEIN/CLEMIS terminals. You will manage radio communications and maintain critical logs at Police Headquarters, supporting non-criminal administrative tasks.

Required are a high school diploma and Michigan driver's license, with preference for those with dispatcher experience. The role offers full-time hours and a comprehensive benefits package.